Droogmansia elongata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elongata
ID:
178285
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.G.Schub.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles22: 304 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177614
Common Names
- Elongated Cassia
- Droogmansia
- Elongated Senna
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Droogmansia elongata (also called Elongated Droogmansia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It grows up to 5 meters in height and has yellow flowers. It prefers dry, open habitats and is often found in savannas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Droogmansia elongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Droogmansia elongata is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two rounded leaves.
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Droogmansia elongata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Droogmansia elongata
Droogmansia elongata is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Droogmansia elongata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droogmansia elongata?
Droogmansia elongata
What is the common name of Droogmansia elongata?
Elongata Droogmansia
What is the family of Droogmansia elongata?
Fabaceae
Species in the Droogmansia genus
Droogmansia angolensis, Droogmansia chevalieri, Droogmansia dorae, Droogmansia elongata, Droogmansia gossweileri, Droogmansia grandiflora, Droogmansia lancifolia, Droogmansia ledermannii, Droogmansia longirhachis, Droogmansia megalantha, Droogmansia mildbraedii, Droogmansia montana, Droogmansia munamensis, Droogmansia pteropus, Droogmansia reducta, Droogmansia scaettaiana, Droogmansia sillansii, Droogmansia tenuis, Droogmansia tisserantii, Droogmansia vanderystii, Droogmansia vanmeelii, Droogmansia velutina, Droogmansia sillansiana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Bernice Giduz Schubert (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Schub.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Droogmansia elongata B.G.Schub.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.