Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
kisimbae
ID:
507303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malaisse & Bamps

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 75: 263 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506635



Common Names

  • Kisimbae Basananthe
  • Kisimbae Basananthes
  • Kisimbae's Basananthe


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Description

Basananthe kisimbae (also called Kisimba Basananthe, among many other common names) is a shrub which grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Tanzania and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Basananthe kisimbae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are also used for making honey. The leaves of this plant are used for making herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Basananthe kisimbae has a flower that is a white-pink colour and is cylindrical in shape. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basananthe kisimbae is a shrub, growing up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It is usually found in moist soils, and is tolerant of drought and salt. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination should occur within two to four weeks.

Where to Find Basananthe kisimbae

Basananthe kisimbae is native to East Africa.

Basananthe kisimbae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basananthe kisimbae?

Basananthe kisimbae

What is the common name of Basananthe kisimbae?

Kisimbae Basananthe

What is the natural habitat of Basananthe kisimbae?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Species in the Basananthe genus

Basananthe kisimbae, Basananthe aciphylla, Basananthe apetala, Basananthe aristolochioides, Basananthe baumii, Basananthe berberoides, Basananthe botryoidea, Basananthe cupricola, Basananthe gossweileri, Basananthe hanningtoniana, Basananthe hederae, Basananthe heterophylla, Basananthe hispidula, Basananthe holmesii, Basananthe kottoensis, Basananthe kundelunguensis, Basananthe lanceolata, Basananthe littoralis, Basananthe longifolia, Basananthe malaissei, Basananthe merolae, Basananthe nummularia, Basananthe papillosa, Basananthe parvifolia, Basananthe pedata, Basananthe phaulantha, Basananthe polygaloides, Basananthe pseudostipulata, Basananthe pubiflora, Basananthe reticulata, Basananthe sandersonii, Basananthe scabrida, Basananthe scabrifolia, Basananthe spinosa, Basananthe subsessilicarpa, Basananthe triloba, Basananthe zanzibarica,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603777: Based on the initial data import
Paul Rodolphe Joseph Bamps (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bamps' in the authors string.
François Malaisse (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malaisse' in the authors string.