Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
umbellatum
ID:
192728

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
F.A.W.Miquel, Pl. Jungh.: 218 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192057



Common Names

  • Dendrolobium umbellatum
  • Dendrolobium
  • Umbellatum


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Synonyms

  • Desmodium umbellatum (L.) DC. [valid]
  • Hedysarum umbellatum L. [valid]
  • Meibomia umbellata (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dendrolobium australe (Willd.) Benth. [valid]
  • Desmodium umbellatum costatum Craib [unknown]
  • Hedysarum australe Willd. [valid]
  • Hedysarum ellipticum Zipp. ex Miq. [valid]
  • Ormocarpum umbellatum Desv. [valid]
  • Desmodium umbellatum Moritz. [unknown]
  • Desmodium australe (Willd.) DC. [valid]
  • Hedysarum arboreum Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Ormocarpum australe Desv. [valid]
  • Ormocarpum oblongum Desv. [valid]
  • Desmodium arboreum (Roxb.) G.Don [illegitimate]
  • Hedysarum ovatum Noronha [invalid]
  • Hedysarum reflexum Reinw. ex Blume [valid]
  • Hedysarum thunbergianum Steud. [valid]
  • Desmodium grandifolium DC. [valid]
  • Hedysarum grandifolium Hornem. [valid]
  • Meibomia australis (Willd.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aeschynomene arborea L. [valid]
  • Dendrolobium umbellatum majus Miq. [valid]
  • Dendrolobium umbellatum obtusissimum Blume ex Miq. [valid]
  • Dendrolobium umbellatum hirsutum (DC.) H.Ohashi [valid]
  • Dendrolobium umbellatum hirsutum Pedley [valid]
  • Desmodium umbellatum hirsutum [unknown]

Description

Dendrolobium umbellatum (also called Umbel-leaved Dendrolobium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrolobium umbellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrolobium umbellatum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrolobium umbellatum is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Dendrolobium umbellatum

Dendrolobium umbellatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including the Iberian Peninsula, France, Italy, and North Africa.

Dendrolobium umbellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrolobium umbellatum?

Dendrolobium umbellatum

What is the common name of Dendrolobium umbellatum?

Umbellate Dendrolobium

What is the family of Dendrolobium umbellatum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.