Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excelsa
ID:
570145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Verh. Nat. Gesch. Ned. Bezitt., Bot. : 258 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569477



Common Names

  • Boschia excelsa
  • Tree Sedge
  • Giant Sedge


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Synonyms

  • Durio excelsus (Korth.) Bakh. [unknown]

Description

Boschia excelsa (also called Tall Boschia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub growing up to 3 m tall. It has small, green leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Boschia excelsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to provide shelter and shade to other plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Boschia excelsa is a small, yellow-green, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are slender, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boschia excelsa is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Boschia excelsa

Boschia excelsa is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal.

Boschia excelsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boschia excelsa?

Boschia excelsa

What is the common name of Boschia excelsa?

Tall Boschia

What is the natural habitat of Boschia excelsa?

Dry open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References