Status:
valid
Authors:
Buchw. ex Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.26: 316 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179841
Common Names
- Dolichos Bean
- Winged Bean
- Goa Bean
Description
Dolichos longipes (also called Long-stalked Dolichos, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichos longipes has been used as a food source, as a source of fiber for paper production, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dolichos longipes 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dolichos longipes is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.
Where to Find Dolichos longipes
Dolichos longipes is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
Dolichos longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dolichos longipes?
Dolichos longipes
What is the common name of Dolichos longipes?
Long-stalked Dolichos
Where can Dolichos longipes be found?
Dolichos longipes can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean
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