Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
562350

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. & Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi Exped. : 366 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561682



Common Names

  • Baumia angolensis
  • Angolan Baumia
  • Angolan Palm


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Description

Baumia angolensis (also called Angola Baumia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to Angola and grows in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Baumia angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baumia angolensis is a yellowish-green, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baumia angolensis is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Baumia angolensis

Baumia angolensis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Baumia angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baumia angolensis?

Baumia angolensis

What is the common name of Baumia angolensis?

Angolan Baumia

What is the natural habitat of Baumia angolensis?

Tropical forests in Central and South Africa

Species in the Baumia genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799717-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].