Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
baukea
ID:
193766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia18: 86 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193095



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia baukea
  • Bauke's Rhynchosia
  • Rhynchosia Tree


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Synonyms

  • Baukea insignis Vatke [valid]
  • Rhynchosia maxima Bojer [valid]
  • Baukea maxima Baill. [illegitimate]

Description

Rhynchosia baukea (also called the Bauke's rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Madagascar. It grows up to 5 m in height and has elliptic to obovate leaves. It is found in humid forests, dry deciduous forests, and in the spiny desert scrub of Madagascar.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia baukea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia baukea has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia baukea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Rhynchosia baukea

Rhynchosia baukea is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. It can be found in moist, lowland forests.

Rhynchosia baukea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia baukea?

Rhynchosia baukea

What is the common name of Rhynchosia baukea?

Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia baukea?

Tropical forests of Madagascar

Species in the Rhynchosia genus

Rhynchosia arenicola, Rhynchosia balansae, Rhynchosia caaguazuensis, Rhynchosia calycosa, Rhynchosia cinerea, Rhynchosia cytisoides, Rhynchosia discolor, Rhynchosia edulis, Rhynchosia lateritia, Rhynchosia latifolia, Rhynchosia longeracemosa, Rhynchosia macrocarpa, Rhynchosia mantaroensis, Rhynchosia michauxii, Rhynchosia nipensis, Rhynchosia pallida, Rhynchosia parvifolia, Rhynchosia potosina, Rhynchosia pringlei, Rhynchosia prostrata, Rhynchosia quercetorum, Rhynchosia rojasii, Rhynchosia schomburgkii, Rhynchosia stenophylla, Rhynchosia swartzii, Rhynchosia tarphantha, Rhynchosia hauthalii, Rhynchosia claussenii, Rhynchosia corylifolia, Rhynchosia erythrinoides, Rhynchosia leucophylla, Rhynchosia lineata, Rhynchosia phaseoloides, Rhynchosia platyphylla, Rhynchosia reniformis, Rhynchosia amabilis, Rhynchosia melanocarpa, Rhynchosia monticola, Rhynchosia naineckensis, Rhynchosia nelsonii, Rhynchosia tamaulipensis, Rhynchosia yucatanensis, Rhynchosia americana, Rhynchosia diversifolia, Rhynchosia precatoria, Rhynchosia difformis, Rhynchosia reticulata, Rhynchosia tomentosa, Rhynchosia emarginata, Rhynchosia megalocalyx,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.