Hoffmannseggia minor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
176160
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Ulibarri
Source:
ildis
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana22: 146 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175489
Common Names
- Hoffmannseggia minor
- Small Hoffmannseggia
- Small Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hoffmannseggia doellii minor Phil. [valid]
Description
Hoffmannseggia minor (also called Small Hoffmannseggia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides. It has trifoliate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hoffmannseggia minor is a drought-tolerant plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hoffmannseggia minor has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hoffmannseggia minor is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and given plenty of light and water.
Where to Find Hoffmannseggia minor
Hoffmannseggia minor is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in the wild in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.
Hoffmannseggia minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hoffmannseggia minor?
Hoffmannseggia minor
What is the common name of Hoffmannseggia minor?
Small Hoffmannseggia
What is the family of Hoffmannseggia minor?
Fabaceae
Species in the Hoffmannseggia genus
Hoffmannseggia drepanocarpa, Hoffmannseggia erecta, Hoffmannseggia intricata, Hoffmannseggia peninsularis, Hoffmannseggia repens, Hoffmannseggia tenella, Hoffmannseggia drummondii, Hoffmannseggia miranda, Hoffmannseggia prostrata, Hoffmannseggia microphylla, Hoffmannseggia trifoliata, Hoffmannseggia eremophila, Hoffmannseggia minor, Hoffmannseggia yaviensis, Hoffmannseggia viscosa, Hoffmannseggia glauca, Hoffmannseggia arequipensis, Hoffmannseggia doellii, Hoffmannseggia humilis, Hoffmannseggia watsonii, Hoffmannseggia aphylla, Hoffmannseggia oxycarpa, Hoffmannseggia pumilio,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Emilio Agustin Ulibarri (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulibarri' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hoffmannseggia minor (Phil.) Ulibarri: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.