Dolichos luticola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 435 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179877
Common Names
- Dolichos luticola
- Luticola Horse-Gram
- Luticola Cowpea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dolichos luticola (also called Lutecolous Dolichos, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central 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 luticola is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dolichos luticola 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 luticola 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 luticola
Dolichos luticola is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.
Dolichos luticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dolichos luticola?
Dolichos luticola
What is the common name of Dolichos luticola?
Lute-leaved Dolichos
Where can Dolichos luticola be found?
Dolichos luticola 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
References
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dolichos luticola Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.