Droogmansia longirhachis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longirhachis
ID:
178351
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.G.Schub.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles22: 304 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177680
Common Names
- Longirhachis Droogmansia
- Droogmansia
- Tropical Droogmansia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Droogmansia longirhachis (also called 'Long-tailed Senna' and 'Long-tailed Cassia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist or dry forests and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Droogmansia longirhachis is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, skin diseases, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Droogmansia longirhachis has yellow flowers with a red center and black seeds. The seedlings have lanceolate leaves and are covered in white hairs.
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Droogmansia longirhachis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer months. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Droogmansia longirhachis
Droogmansia longirhachis is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.
Droogmansia longirhachis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droogmansia longirhachis?
Droogmansia longirhachis
What is the common name of Droogmansia longirhachis?
Long-bristled Droogmansia
What is the natural habitat of Droogmansia longirhachis?
Droogmansia longirhachis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
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 longirhachis B.G.Schub.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.