Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
delavayi
ID:
198441

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Schindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 426 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197770



Common Names

  • Campylotropis delavayi
  • Delavay's Campylotropis
  • Delavay Campylotropis


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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza delavayi Franch. [valid]
  • Lespedeza atrokermesina W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Lespedeza atrokermesina Forrest ex W.W.Sm. [valid]

Description

Campylotropis delavayi (also called Delavay's Campylotropis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Campylotropis delavayi is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fodder for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylotropis delavayi has small, yellow flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylotropis delavayi is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Campylotropis delavayi

Campylotropis delavayi is native to China.

Campylotropis delavayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylotropis delavayi?

Campylotropis delavayi

What is the common name of Campylotropis delavayi?

Delavay's campylotropis

What is the family of Campylotropis delavayi?

Fabaceae

Species in the Campylotropis genus

Campylotropis macrocarpa, Campylotropis hirtella, Campylotropis harmsii, Campylotropis capillipes, Campylotropis fulva, Campylotropis delavayi, Campylotropis diversifolia, Campylotropis henryi, Campylotropis trigonoclada, Campylotropis brevifolia, Campylotropis wenshaaica, Campylotropis tenuiramea, Campylotropis howellii, Campylotropis bonii, Campylotropis polyantha, Campylotropis sargentiana, Campylotropis argentea, Campylotropis parviflora, Campylotropis latifolia, Campylotropis pinetorum, Campylotropis sulcata, Campylotropis wilsonii, Campylotropis yunnanensis, Campylotropis decora, Campylotropis griffithii, Campylotropis luhitensis, Campylotropis macrostyla, Campylotropis falconeri, Campylotropis speciosa, Campylotropis stenocarpa, Campylotropis thomsonii, Campylotropis alba, Campylotropis alopochloa, Campylotropis burmanica, Campylotropis cytisoides, Campylotropis grandifolia, Campylotropis pauciflora, Campylotropis teretiracemosa, Campylotropis alopochroa, Campylotropis albopubescens, Campylotropis microphylla, Campylotropis luquanensis,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.