Dolichos pseudodebilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.14: 160 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653359
Common Names
- False-Weak Dolichos
- False-Weak Bean
- False-Weak Horse-Gram
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Dolichos pseudodebilis (also called False Weak Horse-Gram, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India. It has a slender stem and trifoliate leaves with an oval shape. It grows in open fields and meadows, and is cultivated for its edible seeds.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichos pseudodebilis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dolichos pseudodebilis has white flowers with a yellow centre and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Dolichos pseudodebilis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed. It requires well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned out and transplanted into individual pots. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Dolichos pseudodebilis
Dolichos pseudodebilis can be found in Australia.
Dolichos pseudodebilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dolichos pseudodebilis?
Dolichos pseudodebilis
What is the common name of Dolichos pseudodebilis?
Pseudo-weak Dolichos
What is the natural habitat of Dolichos pseudodebilis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia
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
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:493184-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Dolichos pseudodebilis Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.