Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb. & Ekman
Source:
ildis
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot.22A(8): 45 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165081
Common Names
- Domingo Calopogonium
- Domingo Ground Cover
- Domingo Trailing Legume
Description
Calopogonium domingense (also called Dominican Calopogonium, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in wet, open habitats such as rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Calopogonium domingense is used as a green manure crop and for soil stabilization. It is also used for fodder and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calopogonium domingense is a bright pink, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calopogonium domingense is a shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It has a spreading habit and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C.
Where to Find Calopogonium domingense
Calopogonium domingense is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Calopogonium domingense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calopogonium domingense?
Calopogonium domingense
What is the common name of Calopogonium domingense?
Domingo Grass
What is the natural habitat of Calopogonium domingense?
Tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands
Species in the Calopogonium genus
Calopogonium domingense,
Calopogonium lanceolatum,
Calopogonium racemosum,
Calopogonium sericeum,
Calopogonium velutinum,
Calopogonium galactioides,
Calopogonium caeruleum,
Calopogonium mucunoides,
Calopogonium galactoides,
Calopogonium caeruleum,
Species in the Fabaceae family