Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ervoides
ID:
206714

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Baker) Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 49 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206043



Common Names

  • Bolusia ervoides
  • Bolusia
  • Ervoides


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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria ervoides Welw. ex Baker [valid]

Description

Bolusia ervoides (also called 'Ervoid Bolusia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is an annual herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, and prefers moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bolusia ervoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: white, in racemes. Seed: small, brown, smooth, and flattened. Seedlings: with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bolusia ervoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Bolusia ervoides

Bolusia ervoides is native to Southeast Asia.

Bolusia ervoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bolusia ervoides?

Bolusia ervoides

What type of plant is Bolusia ervoides?

Bolusia ervoides is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.

Where is Bolusia ervoides found?

Bolusia ervoides is native to South America, from Colombia to Peru.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Antonio Rocha da Torre (1904-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torre' in the authors string.