Status:
valid
Authors:
(Meisn.) Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 244 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187290
Common Names
- Glycine latrobeana
- Latrobe's Glycine
- Latrobe's Pea
Synonyms
- Leptocyamus tasmanicus Benth. [valid]
- Zichya latrobeana Meisn. [valid]
- Glycine clandestina latrobeana Rodway [valid]
Description
Glycine latrobeana (also called 'Latrobe's Wisteria', among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has a woody stem and leaves that are divided into three leaflets. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Glycine latrobeana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glycine latrobeana has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, thin stem and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glycine latrobeana is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Glycine latrobeana
Glycine latrobeana is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet areas.
Glycine latrobeana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glycine latrobeana?
Glycine latrobeana
What is the common name of Glycine latrobeana?
Latrobe Soybean
What is the natural habitat of Glycine latrobeana?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Glycine genus
Species in the Fabaceae family