Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
174724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Mimoses: 205 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174053

Common Names

  • Cologania procumbens
  • Procumbent Cologania
  • Cologania

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Synonyms

  • Cologania erecta Rose [valid]
  • Galactia simplicifolia Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Cologania procumbens (also called Trailing cologania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in the Amazon rainforest and the Atlantic Forest. It typically grows in lowland tropical rainforest, but is also found in other habitats such as seasonally flooded forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Cologania procumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and as a roadside shrub. It is also used for soil erosion control and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cologania procumbens has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cologania procumbens is a small shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Cologania procumbens

Cologania procumbens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Cologania procumbens FAQ

What is the common name of Cologania procumbens?

Procumbent cologania

What is the origin of Cologania procumbens?

Tropical America

What is the growth rate of Cologania procumbens?

Fast

Species in the Fabaceae family