Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
thomsonii
ID:
205303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Baker) Schindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 427 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204632



Common Names

  • Campylotropis thomsonii
  • Thomsonii Campylotropis
  • Thomsonii Velvetpod


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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza thomsonii Benth. ex Baker [valid]
  • Lespedeza thomsoni Benth. ex Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Campylotropis thomsonii (also called Thomson's campylotropis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It has oblong leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Campylotropis thomsonii is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a soil-building legume crop.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Campylotropis thomsonii sub. splendens (Schindl.) Iokawa & H.Ohashi
Campylotropis thomsonii sub. thomsonii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylotropis thomsonii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylotropis thomsonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Campylotropis thomsonii

Campylotropis thomsonii is native to Nepal and can be found in moist deciduous forests in the Eastern Himalayas region.

Campylotropis thomsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylotropis thomsonii?

Campylotropis thomsonii

What is the common name of Campylotropis thomsonii?

Thomson's Campylotropis

What is the natural habitat of Campylotropis thomsonii?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.