Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
oblongata
ID:
559043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 5: 314 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558375



Common Names

  • Badiera oblongata
  • Oblong Badiera
  • Oblong Badiera


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Synonyms

  • Badiera heterophylla Britton [unknown]
  • Badiera punctata Britton [unknown]
  • Polygala punctifera S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Polygala dimorphophylla S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Polygala penaea oblongata (Britton) Gillis [unknown]
  • Polygala oblongata S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Badiera oblongata (also called Oblong Badiera, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found in marshy areas, ponds, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Badiera oblongata is an ornamental shrub that is used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used to create hedges and borders. The flowers of this plant are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Badiera oblongata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Badiera oblongata is a tropical shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Badiera oblongata

Badiera oblongata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas.

Badiera oblongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Badiera oblongata?

Badiera oblongata

What is the common name of Badiera oblongata?

Oblong Badiera

What is the natural habitat of Badiera oblongata?

It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References