Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
180501

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 142 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179830



Common Names

  • Dolichos linearis
  • Linear dolichos
  • Linear horse-gram


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Synonyms

  • Dolichos pentaphyllus E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Dolichos linearis (also called Linear 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 linearis 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 linearis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichos linearis 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 linearis

Dolichos linearis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Dolichos linearis FAQ

What is the common name of Dolichos linearis?

Linear dolichos

What is the scientific name of Linear dolichos?

Dolichos linearis

What is the habitat of Dolichos linearis?

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