Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buettneri
ID:
212598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler & K.A.E.Prantl, Nat. Pflanzenfam., Nachtr. 1: 200 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211927



Common Names

  • Buettner's Baphia
  • Baphia Buettneri
  • Buettner's Velvetbush


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Description

Baphia buettneri (also called Baphia buettneriana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baphia buettneri is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Baphia buettneri sub. buettneri
Baphia buettneri sub. hylophila (Harms) Soladoye

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baphia buettneri is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baphia buettneri is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-3 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Baphia buettneri

Baphia buettneri is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Baphia buettneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baphia buettneri?

Baphia buettneri

What type of plant is Baphia buettneri?

Baphia buettneri is a shrub

Where is Baphia buettneri found?

Baphia buettneri is found in tropical Africa

Species in the Baphia genus

Baphia madagascariensis, Baphia abyssinica, Baphia angolensis, Baphia aurivellerea, Baphia bequaertii, Baphia bergeri, Baphia brachybotrys, Baphia buettneri, Baphia burttii, Baphia capparidifolia, Baphia multiflora, Baphia chrysophylla, Baphia claessensii, Baphia cordifolia, Baphia cuspidata, Baphia dewevrei, Baphia dewildeana, Baphia dubia, Baphia eriocalyx, Baphia gossweileri, Baphia heudelotiana, Baphia incerta, Baphia kirkii, Baphia latiloi, Baphia laurentii, Baphia laurifolia, Baphia leptobotrys, Baphia leptostemma, Baphia letestui, Baphia longipedicellata, Baphia macrocalyx, Baphia mambillensis, Baphia massaiensis, Baphia maxima, Baphia nitida, Baphia obanensis, Baphia pauloi, Baphia pilosa, Baphia pubescens, Baphia puguensis, Baphia punctulata, Baphia semseiana, Baphia spathacea, Baphia polyantha, Baphia speciosa, Baphia wollastonii, Baphia megaphylla, Baphia madagascariensis, Baphia cymosa, Baphia rosa,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References