Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 89 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558431
Common Names
- Badula reticulata
- Reticulata Badula
- Reticulata False Rosewood
Synonyms
- Badula reticulata macrophylla A.DC. [unknown]
- Tinus reticulata (A.DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Oncostemum reticulatum (A.DC.) Mez [unknown]
Description
Badula reticulata (also called 'Netted Ebony', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading, rounded crown and its leaves are leathery, dark green and glossy. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and is often found in areas of high altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Badula reticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Badula reticulata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Badula reticulata can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly, but not overly, and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Badula reticulata
Badula reticulata can be found in Madagascar.
Badula reticulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Badula reticulata?
Badula reticulata
What is the family of Badula reticulata?
Myrtaceae
What is the distribution of Badula reticulata?
Endemic to Brazil
Species in the Badula genus
Badula balfouriana,
Badula barthesia,
Badula barthesia,
Badula borbonica,
Badula crassa,
Badula decumbens,
Badula fragilis,
Badula grammisticta,
Badula insularis,
Badula leandriana,
Badula multiflora,
Badula nitida,
Badula ovalifolia,
Badula pervilleana,
Badula platyphylla,
Badula reticulata,
Badula richardiana,
Badula sieberi,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,