Dolichos decumbens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 130 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179552
Common Names
- Climbing Bean
- Climbing Lablab
- Decumbent Lablab
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Dolichos decumbens (also called Decumbens, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It is found in temperate grasslands, temperate shrublands, and Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichos decumbens is used as an ornamental plant and has a variety of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dolichos decumbens are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are tall and have a single stem with leaves that are oval-shaped and have serrated edges.
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Dolichos decumbens is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer. The plant can be divided in spring.
Where to Find Dolichos decumbens
Dolichos decumbens is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia, and in the Arabian Peninsula.
Dolichos decumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dolichos decumbens?
Dolichos decumbens
What is the common name of Dolichos decumbens?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Dolichos decumbens?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Dolichos genus
Dolichos aciphyllus, Dolichos angustissimus, Dolichos antunesii, Dolichos argyros, Dolichos axilliflorus, Dolichos bianoensis, Dolichos cardiophyllus, Dolichos complanatus, Dolichos compressus, Dolichos corymbosus, Dolichos decumbens, Dolichos dinklagei, Dolichos dongaluta, Dolichos elatus, Dolichos falciformis, Dolichos filifoliolus, Dolichos glabratus, Dolichos glabrescens, Dolichos grandistipulatus, Dolichos gululu, Dolichos hastiformis, Dolichos hastaeformis, Dolichos homblei, Dolichos ichthyophone, Dolichos junodii, Dolichos karaviaensis, Dolichos katali, Dolichos kilimandscharicus, Dolichos linearifolius, Dolichos linearis, Dolichos longipes, Dolichos lualabensis, Dolichos luticola, Dolichos magnificus, Dolichos mendoncae, Dolichos nimbaensis, Dolichos oliveri, Dolichos peglerae, Dolichos petiolatus, Dolichos pratensis, Dolichos pseudocajanus, Dolichos pseudocomplanatus, Dolichos quarrei, Dolichos reptans, Dolichos schweinfurthii, Dolichos sericeus, Dolichos sericophyllus, Dolichos serpens, Dolichos simplicifolius, Dolichos splendens,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dolichos decumbens Thunb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.