Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fangitsa
ID:
197265

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)14: 180 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196594



Common Names

  • Dolichos fangitsa
  • Fangitsa Dolichos
  • Fangitsa Bean


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Description

Dolichos fangitsa (also called Fangitsa Dolichos, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a woody stem with a few branches. The leaves are pinnately compound, and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in dry forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichos fangitsa is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a source of fiber for making rope, paper, and other materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichos fangitsa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a five-lobed calyx. The seed is a small, flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichos fangitsa can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Dolichos fangitsa

Dolichos fangitsa is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Dolichos fangitsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichos fangitsa?

Dolichos fangitsa

What is the common name of Dolichos fangitsa?

Fangitsa Dolichos

What type of climate does Dolichos fangitsa prefer?

Tropical and subtropical climates

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