Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prazeri
ID:
204497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Predeep & M.P.Nayar

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.65: 109 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203826



Common Names

  • Dumasia
  • Prazeri
  • Prazer's Horse-Gram


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Description

Dumasia prazeri (also called Prazer's Dumasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India and Southeast Asia. It has trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dumasia prazeri is used as a medicinal plant and as a forage crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dumasia prazeri has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by short, thin, brown seed pods. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite pairs of leaflets, which are light green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dumasia prazeri is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dumasia prazeri

Dumasia prazeri can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Dumasia prazeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dumasia prazeri?

Dumasia prazeri

What is the common name of Dumasia prazeri?

Prazeri Dumasia

Where is Dumasia prazeri native to?

India

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.
Sreevilas Vasudevan Nair Predeep (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Predeep' in the authors string.