Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
212690

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Adansonia6: 216 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212019



Common Names

  • Baphia pilosa
  • African Sandalwood
  • African Ebony


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Synonyms

  • Baphia pilosa pilosa [unknown]
  • Baphia vermeulenii De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphia pilosa batangensis (Harms) Soladoye [valid]
  • Baphia klainei De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphia batangensis Harms [valid]
  • Baphia calophylla Harms [valid]
  • Baphia elegans Lest.-Garl. [deprecated]
  • Baphia elegans vestita (De Wild.) Lest.-Garl. [valid]
  • Baphia klainei patulopilosa De Wild. [unknown]
  • Baphiastrum klainei patulopilosum (De Wild.) De Wild. [unknown]
  • Baphiastrum pilosa (Baill.) De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum bequaertii De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum calophylla (Harms) De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum claessensii De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum elegans (Lest.-Garl.) De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum klainei (De Wild.) De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum vermeulenii (De Wild.) De Wild. [valid]
  • Baphia elegans Lest.-Garl. [valid]

Description

Baphia pilosa (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 pilosa 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 pilosa is yellow or orange, 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 pilosa 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 pilosa

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

Baphia pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baphia pilosa?

Baphia pilosa

What is the family of Baphia pilosa?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Baphia pilosa?

Hairy 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