Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
196443

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)13: 351 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195772



Common Names

  • Oriental Baudouinia
  • Oriental Baudouin
  • Baudouinia Orientalis


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Description

Baudouinia orientalis (also called Eastern 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 orientalis 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 orientalis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baudouinia orientalis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Baudouinia orientalis

Baudouinia orientalis is found in Madagascar.

Baudouinia orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baudouinia orientalis?

Baudouinia orientalis

What is the common name of Baudouinia orientalis?

Oriental Baudouinia

Where is Baudouinia orientalis native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:481066-1: Based on the initial data import