Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dolichoides
ID:
193916

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 427 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193245



Common Names

  • Dysolobium dolichoides
  • Dolichoides Dysolobium
  • Dolichoides Dysolobium Plant


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Synonyms

  • Canavalia dolichoides Kurz [valid]
  • Dolichos dasycarpus Miq. [valid]
  • Phaseolus dolichoides Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Vigna dolichoides (Kurz) Baker [valid]
  • Dolichos schomburgkii Gagnep. [valid]
  • Mucuna recta Buch.-Ham. [invalid]
  • Dysolobium dolichoides dolichoides [unknown]
  • Dysolobium dolichoides schomburgkii (Gagnep.) Maréchal [valid]

Description

Dysolobium dolichoides (also called Dolichoides fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome. It grows in moist, shady places in forests, along streams, and in other humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dysolobium dolichoides is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dysolobium dolichoides are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dysolobium dolichoides is a tropical plant native to Thailand and Cambodia. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5m 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 warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Dysolobium dolichoides

Dysolobium dolichoides is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Dysolobium dolichoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dysolobium dolichoides?

Dysolobium dolichoides

What is the common name of Dysolobium dolichoides?

Dolichoides Dysolobium

What is the natural habitat of Dysolobium dolichoides?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.