Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyantha
ID:
212714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.40: 32 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212043



Common Names

  • Baphia polyantha
  • Polyantha Baphia
  • Polyantha's Baphia


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Synonyms

  • Baphia spathacea polyantha (Harms) Soladoye [valid]

Description

Baphia polyantha (also called Baphia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to southern Africa, and is found in open woodland, savanna, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Baphia polyantha 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 polyantha 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 polyantha 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 polyantha

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

Baphia polyantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baphia polyantha?

Baphia polyantha

What is the family of Baphia polyantha?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Baphia polyantha?

Many-flowered 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