Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dunn) Polhill
Source:
ildis
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.25: 269 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198522
Common Names
- Leucobotrya Aganope
- Leucobotrya Milkvetch
- Aganope Leucobotrya
Synonyms
- Ostryoderris leucobotrya Dunn [valid]
- Derris leucobotrya (Dunn) Roberty [valid]
Description
Aganope leucobotrya (also called White-Fruited Aganope, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and steppes at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Aganope leucobotrya is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including fatigue, anemia, and diabetes. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-oxidant properties. Additionally, it is used to boost the immune system and to treat various gastrointestinal disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aganope leucobotrya has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aganope leucobotrya can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Aganope leucobotrya
Aganope leucobotrya can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and Wyoming.
Aganope leucobotrya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aganope leucobotrya?
Aganope leucobotrya
What is the common name of Aganope leucobotrya?
White-flowered Milkvetch
What type of plant is Aganope leucobotrya?
Aganope leucobotrya is a flowering plant in the legume family.
Species in the Aganope genus
Aganope heptaphylla,
Aganope thyrsiflora,
Aganope gabonica,
Aganope impressa,
Aganope leucobotrya,
Aganope lucida,
Aganope polystachya,
Aganope agastyamalayana,
Aganope balansae,
Aganope stuhlmannii,
Aganope dinghuensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family