Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rollae
ID:
204562

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Billore & Hemadri) Anand Kumar

Source:
ildis

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot.4: 232 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203891



Common Names

  • Flemingia
  • Rollae
  • Rolla's Flemingia


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Synonyms

  • Moghania rollae Billore & Hemadri [unknown]
  • Lepidocoma rollae (Billore & Hemadri) M.R.Almeida [valid]
  • Maughania rollae Billore & Hemadri [valid]

Description

Flemingia rollae (also called Rolla's flemingia, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub, growing up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Flemingia rollae is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Flemingia rollae are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flemingia rollae is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and frost-tolerant legume. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in full sun. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged.

Where to Find Flemingia rollae

Flemingia rollae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.

Flemingia rollae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flemingia rollae?

Flemingia rollae

What is the common name of Flemingia rollae?

Rolla Bean

What is the natural habitat of Flemingia rollae?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Koppula Hemadri (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemadri' in the authors string.
K.V. Billore: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Billore' in the authors string.