Baphia cymosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Breteler
Source:
tro
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Novon4: 83 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001062458
Common Names
- Baphia cymosa
- Baphia
- Cymosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baphia cymosa (also called Cymose baphia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to South America. It grows up to 15m in height and has white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and moist woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Baphia cymosa is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baphia cymosa has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baphia cymosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Baphia cymosa
Baphia cymosa is native to Mozambique and can be found in the coastal forests of the country.
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
Franciscus Jozef Breteler (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breteler' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Baphia cymosa Breteler: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.