Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trilobus
ID:
180825

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 726 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000180154



Common Names

  • Trilobus Dolichos
  • Dolichos Trilobus
  • Dolichos


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Synonyms

  • Dolichos falcata Klein [unknown]
  • Dolichos tuberosus Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Dolichos cristatus Miq. [unknown]
  • Dolichos andorgensis Welw. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Dolichos trilobus (also called 'Trilobed Bean', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a small shrub with trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichos trilobus is used as a forage crop, as a green manure crop, and as a soil improver.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dolichos trilobus sub. transvaalicus Verdc.
Dolichos trilobus sub. occidentalis Verdc.
Dolichos trilobus var. richardsiae Mackinder
Dolichos trilobus sub. trilobus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichos trilobus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two rounded cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichos trilobus is a fast-growing, perennial, legume vine that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Dolichos trilobus

Dolichos trilobus can be found in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Dolichos trilobus FAQ

What is the common name of Dolichos trilobus?

Trilobed Dolichos

What is the scientific name of Trilobed Dolichos?

Dolichos trilobus

What is the habitat of Dolichos trilobus?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in western and central Africa

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