Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
ildis
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Malgache, n.s., 15: 7 (1932 publ. 1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195774
Common Names
- Rouxeville Baudouinia
- Rouxeville Baudouin
- Baudouinia Rouxevillei
Synonyms
- Baudouinia perrieri R.Vig. ex H.Perrier [valid]
Description
Baudouinia rouxevillei (also called Rouxeville's Baudouinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands. It is a small shrub with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. Its fruits are flat, oblong pods.
Uses & Benefits
Baudouinia rouxevillei 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 rouxevillei 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 rouxevillei 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 rouxevillei
Baudouinia rouxevillei is native to Madagascar and can also be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Baudouinia rouxevillei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baudouinia rouxevillei?
Baudouinia rouxevillei
What is the common name of Baudouinia rouxevillei?
Rouxeville's Baudouinia
Where is Baudouinia rouxevillei native to?
Madagascar
Species in the Baudouinia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family