Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
carabiaiana
ID:
319033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Sosa & M.A.Díaz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 5: 488 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318365



Common Names

  • Carabia's Waterberry
  • Carabia's Syzygium
  • Carabia's Water Apple


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Synonyms

  • Bletia carabiaiana L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana (also called White Satinash, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10-15 m and has a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are glossy green, lanceolate to ovate, and measure up to 10 cm long. It is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basiphyllaea carabiaiana is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or air layering. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Basiphyllaea carabiaiana

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana is native to the Caribbean and can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and other Caribbean islands.

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basiphyllaea carabiaiana?

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana

What are the common names of Basiphyllaea carabiaiana?

Common names of Basiphyllaea carabiaiana include Carabia's basil and Carabia's wild basil.

What type of plant is Basiphyllaea carabiaiana?

Basiphyllaea carabiaiana is a type of herb.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19933: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Victoria Sosa (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sosa' in the authors string.
Marta Aleida Díaz Dumas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Díaz' in the authors string.