Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fortunei
ID:
193003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg, sér. 3, 18: 396 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192332



Common Names

  • Apios fortunei
  • Fortune's Groundnut
  • Fortunei Apios


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Synonyms

  • Apios cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Apios taiwaniana Hosok. [valid]
  • Glycine fortunei (Maxim.) Norton [valid]
  • Apios cavaleriei H.Lév. [valid]
  • Callerya songgangensis S.S.Ying [valid]

Description

Apios fortunei (also called Fortune's Groundnut, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia and the Himalayas. It grows in open grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands, and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its long, tuberous roots.

Uses & Benefits

Apios fortunei is a perennial vine that is native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens and can be used as a ground cover or to cover walls and fences.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apios fortunei has yellow, pea-like flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apios fortunei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Apios fortunei

Apios fortunei is native to temperate regions of North America. It is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Apios fortunei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apios fortunei?

Apios fortunei

What are the common names of Apios fortunei?

Fortune's Groundnut, Fortune's Groundnut Vine

What is the natural habitat of Apios fortunei?

Moist woods, thickets, and streambanks

Species in the Fabaceae family

References