Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pilosum
ID:
201124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.G.Klein ex Willd.) Maréchal

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg.47: 483 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200453



Common Names

  • Dysolobium pilosum
  • Hairy Dysolobium
  • Hairy Dysolobium Bean


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Synonyms

  • Dolichos rhombifolius (Hayata) Hosok. [valid]
  • Dolichovigna rhombifolia Hayata [valid]
  • Dolichos pilosus J.G.Klein ex Willd. [valid]
  • Dolichovigna formosana Hayata [valid]
  • Dysolobium apioides (Gagnep.) Maréchal [valid]
  • Dolichos apioides Gagnep. [valid]
  • Dolichovigna pilosa (J.G.Klein ex Willd.) Niyomdham [valid]
  • Phaseolus difformis Wall. [invalid]
  • Dolichos formosanus (Hayata) S.S.Ying [valid]
  • Vigna pilosa (J.G.Klein ex Willd.) Baker [valid]
  • Dolichos formosanus rhombifolius (Hayata) S.S.Ying [valid]

Description

Dysolobium pilosum (also called Hairy Bean, among many other common names) is a shrub-like plant with pinnate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in moist, lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dysolobium pilosum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fuelwood, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dysolobium pilosum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dysolobium pilosum is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Dysolobium pilosum

Dysolobium pilosum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.

Dysolobium pilosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dysolobium pilosum?

Dysolobium pilosum

What type of plant is Dysolobium pilosum?

It is a type of legume.

Where is Dysolobium pilosum found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Johann Gottfried Klein (1766-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Klein' in the authors string.