Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chappar
ID:
195506

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
F.A.W.Miquel, Pl. Jungh.: 244 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194835



Common Names

  • Flemingia
  • Chappar
  • Wild Hop


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Synonyms

  • Flemingia chapper Benth. [unknown]
  • Moghania chappar (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Maughania chappar (Buch.-Ham. ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Flemingia chappar (also called Chappar Flemingia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Flemingia chappar is used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flemingia chappar is a low-growing shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be planted out in the open when they are about 10 cm tall. The shrub can also be propagated by cuttings taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Flemingia chappar

Flemingia chappar can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Flemingia chappar FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flemingia chappar?

Flemingia chappar

What is the common name of Flemingia chappar?

Chappar Flemingia

What is the family of Flemingia chappar?

Fabaceae

Species in the Flemingia genus

Flemingia faginea, Flemingia grahamiana, Flemingia pauciflora, Flemingia parviflora, Flemingia trifoliastrum, Flemingia prostrata, Flemingia chappar, Flemingia lineata, Flemingia macrophylla, Flemingia wallichii, Flemingia semialata, Flemingia paniculata, Flemingia latifolia, Flemingia mengpengensis, Flemingia yunnanensis, Flemingia kweichowensis, Flemingia procumbens, Flemingia vestita, Flemingia ferruginea, Flemingia kerrii, Flemingia sootepensis, Flemingia tiliacea, Flemingia bhutanica, Flemingia gracilis, Flemingia lacei, Flemingia nilgheriensis, Flemingia angustifolia, Flemingia nana, Flemingia praecox, Flemingia rollae, Flemingia tuberosa, Flemingia wightiana, Flemingia wightiana, Flemingia ferruginea, Flemingia cumingiana, Flemingia teysmanniana, Flemingia horsfieldii, Flemingia javanica, Flemingia trifoliata, Flemingia strobilifera, Flemingia lineata, Flemingia nana, Flemingia semialata, Flemingia stricta, Flemingia fluminalis, Flemingia langbiangensis, Flemingia mukerjeeana, Flemingia sirindhorniae, Flemingia weii, Flemingia angusta,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.