Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dongaluta
ID:
180255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 214 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179584



Common Names

  • Dongaluta Lablab
  • Dongaluta Dolichos
  • Dolichos Dongaluta


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Description

Dolichos dongaluta (also called Dongaluta, 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 dongaluta 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 dongaluta 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichos dongaluta 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 dongaluta

Dolichos dongaluta is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Dolichos dongaluta FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Dolichos dongaluta

What is the common name of this plant?

Dongaluta's horse-eye bean

What type of plant is this?

Perennial legume

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.