Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
maughamii
ID:
314211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sprague

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1913: 136 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313543

Common Names

  • Balanites Maughamii
  • Maugham's Balsam Apple
  • Maugham's Balsam Apple

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Description

Balanites maughamii (also called 'Maugham's Balanites', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has small yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Balanites maughamii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought-tolerant properties. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Balanites maughamii sub. maughamii
Balanites maughamii sub. acuta Sands

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Balanites maughamii is yellow, with a small, round fruit. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balanites maughamii is a tree native to Africa. It is hardy to USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Balanites maughamii

Balanites maughamii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Balanites maughamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balanites maughamii?

Balanites maughamii

What is the family of Balanites maughamii?

Balanitaceae

What is the common name of Balanites maughamii?

Maughamii

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

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