Dolichos linearifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.73: 36 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179822
Common Names
- Dolichos linearifolius
- Linear-leaved dolichos
- Linear-leaved horse-gram
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dolichos linearifolius (also called Linear-Leaved Dolichos, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It typically grows in wet forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichos linearifolius is used as a forage crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a soil conditioner and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dolichos linearifolius has small, white or yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, kidney-shaped pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval leaves, and a long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dolichos linearifolius can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Dolichos linearifolius
Dolichos linearifolius is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical moist lowland forests.
Dolichos linearifolius FAQ
What is the common name of Dolichos linearifolius?
Linear-leaved dolichos
What is the scientific name of Linear-leaved dolichos?
Dolichos linearifolius
What is the habitat of Dolichos linearifolius?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America
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
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dolichos linearifolius I.M.Johnst.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.