Cullen stipulaceum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Decne.) J.W.Grimes
Source:
ildis
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.10: 620 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207284
Common Names
- Cullen Stipulaceum
- Stipulaceum Cullen
- Cullen Stipulaceum Bush
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- Psoralea stipulacea Decne. [valid]
Description
Cullen stipulaceum (also called stipulate cullen, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, where it is widely cultivated. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry areas to moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cullen stipulaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cullen stipulaceum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Cullen stipulaceum is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm, humid climates and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Cullen stipulaceum
Cullen stipulaceum is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Cullen stipulaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cullen stipulaceum?
Cullen stipulaceum
What is the common name of Cullen stipulaceum?
Stipulate Cullen
What is the family of Cullen stipulaceum?
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
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cullen stipulaceum (Decne.) J.W.Grimes: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.