Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
heptaphyllum
ID:
168396

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moric.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nouv. Amér.: 96 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167725



Common Names

  • Centro
  • Butterfly Pea
  • Wild Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Bradburya heptaphylla Kuntze [valid]

Description

Centrosema heptaphyllum (also called Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has a slender stem and trifoliate leaves with seven leaflets. It grows in open areas, roadsides and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema heptaphyllum is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It is used for forage, green manure, and as a cover crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centrosema heptaphyllum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with seven petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema heptaphyllum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Centrosema heptaphyllum

Centrosema heptaphyllum is a species of legume native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Centrosema heptaphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema heptaphyllum?

Centrosema heptaphyllum

What is the common name of Centrosema heptaphyllum?

Heptaphyllum

What is the growth habit of Centrosema heptaphyllum?

It is an annual or perennial herb with erect stems up to 1 m tall.

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