Cullen plicatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Delile) C.H.Stirt.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bothalia13: 317 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186161
Common Names
- Cullen plicatum
- Plicate Cullen
- Plicate Indian Borage
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- Psoralea odorata Blatt. & Hallb. [valid]
- Psoralea plicata Delile [valid]
- Munbya plicata Pomel [valid]
- Psoralea obovata Roxb. [valid]
- Lotodes plicatum (Delile) Kuntze [valid]
- Lotodes plicata (Delile) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Cullen plicatum (also called Plicate Cullen, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South-East Asia. It has a hairy stem and trifoliate leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cullen plicatum is used for its timber, firewood, and charcoal. The bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and the leaves are used for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of fodder and for soil stabilization and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cullen plicatum has small, white flowers and the seeds are dark brown. The seedlings are small and green.
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Cullen plicatum is a tropical perennial shrub that can grow up to 3 m tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Cullen plicatum
Cullen plicatum is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests.
Cullen plicatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cullen plicatum?
Cullen plicatum
What is the common name of Cullen plicatum?
Plicate corylifolium
What is the family of Cullen plicatum?
Fabaceae
Species in the Cullen genus
Cullen drupacea, Cullen corylifolium, Cullen plicatum, Cullen drupaceum, Cullen jaubertiana, Cullen jaubertianum, Cullen tomentosum, Cullen badocanum, Cullen gaudichaudianum, Cullen stipulaceum, Cullen biflora, Cullen obtusifolia, Cullen plicata, Cullen americanum, Cullen balsamicum, Cullen candidum, Cullen cinereum, Cullen corallum, Cullen cuneatum, Cullen discolor, Cullen graveolens, Cullen lachnostachys, Cullen leucanthum, Cullen leucochaites, Cullen martini, Cullen microcephalum, Cullen parvum, Cullen patens, Cullen plumosum, Cullen pogonocarpum, Cullen praeruptorum, Cullen pustulatum, Cullen tenax, Cullen virens, Cullen walkingtonii, Cullen martinii, Cullen australasicum, Cullen pallidum, Cullen spicigerum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.
Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:908582-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cullen plicatum (Delile) C.H.Stirt.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.