Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
212687

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Lodd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Bot. Cab.4: t. 367 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212016



Common Names

  • Baphia nitida
  • African Sandalwood
  • African Ebony


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Synonyms

  • Baphia pyrifolia (Desv.) Baill. [unknown]
  • Delaria pyrifolia Desv. [unknown]
  • Podalyria haematoxylon Thonn. [valid]
  • Carpolobia versicolor G.Don [unknown]
  • Baphia haematoxylon Hochst. ex Hook. [valid]
  • Baphia barombiensis Taub. [valid]
  • Baphia nitida pubescens A.Chev. [valid]
  • Baphia angolensis sensu Lest.-Garl. [deprecated]
  • Dalhousiea haematoxylon Benth. [valid]
  • Dalhousiea pyrifolia (Desv.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Carpolobia versicolor G.Don [unknown]

Description

Baphia nitida (also called African Sandalwood, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that is native to Angola, Congo, and Gabon. It typically grows in sandy soils in lowland forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Baphia nitida is used as a traditional medicine for treating malaria, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baphia nitida is white or pink, and the seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baphia nitida is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Baphia nitida

Baphia nitida is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry open woodlands and grasslands.

Baphia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baphia nitida?

Baphia nitida

What is the family of Baphia nitida?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Baphia nitida?

Shiny Baphia

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