Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucobotrya
ID:
199193

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


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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.