Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
capitatum
ID:
166222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rich.) Amshoff

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Meded. Bot. Mus. Herb. Rijks Univ. Utrecht52: 63 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165551



Common Names

  • Centrosema capitatum
  • Centrosema
  • Capsule Centrosema


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Synonyms

  • Clitoria capitata Rich. [valid]

Description

Centrosema capitatum (also called 'Capitate centrosema', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema capitatum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a soil cover crop. It is also used for erosion control, weed control, and as a cover crop for other crops.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centrosema capitatum is a small, purple pea flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two small cotyledons and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema capitatum is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Centrosema capitatum

Centrosema capitatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Centrosema capitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema capitatum?

Centrosema capitatum

What are the common names of Centrosema capitatum?

Cape butterfly pea, Trailing butterfly pea

What is the growth habit of Centrosema capitatum?

It is a trailing, perennial vine

Species in the Centrosema genus

Centrosema bellum, Centrosema carajasense, Centrosema grazielae, Centrosema acutifolium, Centrosema arenarium, Centrosema arenicola, Centrosema bifidum, Centrosema bracteosum, Centrosema capitatum, Centrosema coriaceum, Centrosema dasyanthum, Centrosema fasciculatum, Centrosema grandiflorum, Centrosema haitiense, Centrosema heteroneura, Centrosema jaraguaensis, Centrosema latidens, Centrosema macranthum, Centrosema macrocarpum, Centrosema pascuorum, Centrosema platycarpum, Centrosema rotundifolium, Centrosema schottii, Centrosema tapirapoanense, Centrosema triquetrum, Centrosema unifoliatum, Centrosema variifolium, Centrosema venosum, Centrosema vetulum, Centrosema vexillatum, Centrosema molle, Centrosema brachypodum, Centrosema angustifolium, Centrosema heptaphyllum, Centrosema brasilianum, Centrosema plumieri, Centrosema pubescens, Centrosema virginianum, Centrosema kermesii, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema heteroneurum, Centrosema jaraguaense, Centrosema lucia-helenae, Centrosema teresae, Centrosema tetragonolobum, Centrosema sericiflorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Gerda Jane Hillegonda Amshoff (1913-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amshoff' in the authors string.