Burasaia madagascariensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
576638
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 1: 514 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575970
Common Names
- Madagascariensis Burasaia
- Madagascariensis False Sarsaparilla
- Burasaia Madagascariensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Burasaia madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Burasaia, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry woodlands and shrublands. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Burasaia madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Burasaia madagascariensis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Burasaia madagascariensis is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Madagascar. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is usually done by division of the plant or by seed. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Burasaia madagascariensis
Burasaia madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.
Burasaia madagascariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Burasaia madagascariensis?
Burasaia madagascariensis
What type of plant is Burasaia madagascariensis?
Fern
Where is Burasaia madagascariensis native to?
Madagascar
Species in the Burasaia genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2687307: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.