Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.49: 432 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212050
Common Names
- Bowringia mildbraedii
- Mildbraedii Bowringia
- Mildbraedii's Bowringia
Synonyms
- Leucomphalos mildbraedii (Harms) Breteler [valid]
- Bowringia madagascariensis R.Vig. [valid]
Description
Bowringia mildbraedii (also called 'Mildbraed's Bowringia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to East Africa and is found in dry savanna and wooded grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Bowringia mildbraedii 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 Bowringia mildbraedii is white or pink, and the seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bowringia mildbraedii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Bowringia mildbraedii
Bowringia mildbraedii is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales and Queensland.
Bowringia mildbraedii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bowringia mildbraedii?
Bowringia mildbraedii
What is the family of Bowringia mildbraedii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Bowringia mildbraedii?
Mildbraed's Bowringia
Species in the Bowringia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family