Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stipulacea
ID:
192797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) Makino

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo)28: 107 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192126



Common Names

  • Kummerowia
  • Kummerowia Stipule
  • Kummerowia Stipule-tree


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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza striata stipulacea (Maxim.) Debeaux [valid]
  • Lespedeza striata Maxim. [unknown]
  • Microlespedeza stipulacea (Maxim.) Makino [valid]
  • Kummerovia stipulacea (Maxim.) Makino [unknown]
  • Lespedeza stipulacea Maxim. [valid]

Description

Kummerowia stipulacea (also called Kummerowia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia. It typically grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Kummerowia stipulacea is used as an ornamental plant and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kummerowia stipulacea has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kummerowia stipulacea is a perennial species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to China and Japan. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the clump in early spring.

Where to Find Kummerowia stipulacea

Kummerowia stipulacea is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Kummerowia stipulacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kummerowia stipulacea?

Kummerowia stipulacea

What is the common name of Kummerowia stipulacea?

Stipulate Kummerowia

What is the family of Kummerowia stipulacea?

Fabaceae

Species in the Kummerowia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.