Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caeruleum
ID:
179139

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Sauvalle

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178468

Common Names

  • Climbing Legume
  • Blue Calopogonium
  • Creeping Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Calopogonium coeruleum (Benth.) Sauvalle [unknown]

Description

Calopogonium caeruleum (also called Blue Calopogonium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves with up to 11 leaflets. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calopogonium caeruleum is used as a food crop and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Calopogonium caeruleum is yellow with 5 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calopogonium caeruleum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Calopogonium caeruleum

Calopogonium caeruleum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and old fields.

Calopogonium caeruleum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calopogonium caeruleum?

Calopogonium caeruleum

What is the common name of Calopogonium caeruleum?

Calopogonium

What is the natural habitat of Calopogonium caeruleum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Francisco Adolfo Sauvalle (1807-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauvalle' in the authors string.