Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Adansonia8: 201 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195768
Common Names
- Flueggeiform Baudouinia
- Flueggeiform Velvet Tamarind
- Flueggeiform Tamarind
Synonyms
- Baudouinia suarezensis Dumaz-le-Grand [valid]
Description
Baudouinia flueggeiformis (also called Flueggeiform baudouinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Madagascar. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in dry deciduous forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Baudouinia flueggeiformis is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baudouinia flueggeiformis has small, yellowish-white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and about 1 mm long. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baudouinia flueggeiformis is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Once established, it should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Baudouinia flueggeiformis
Baudouinia flueggeiformis is found in Madagascar.
Baudouinia flueggeiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baudouinia flueggeiformis?
Baudouinia flueggeiformis
What is the common name of Baudouinia flueggeiformis?
Flueggeiform Baudouinia
Where is Baudouinia flueggeiformis native to?
Madagascar
Species in the Baudouinia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family