Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gibbosifolium
ID:
175724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ortega) A.Delgado

Source:
ildis

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.6: 295 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175053



Common Names

  • Macroptilium gibbosifolium
  • Sicklepod
  • Sicklepod Cowpea


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Synonyms

  • Phaseolus heterophyllus Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [valid]
  • Macroptilium heterophyllum (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Maréchal & Baudet [valid]
  • Phaseolus macropus Benth. [valid]
  • Phaseolus parviflorus Schltdl. [illegitimate]
  • Phaseolus micranthus M.Martens & Galeotti [illegitimate]
  • Phaseolus bilobatus Engelm. [valid]
  • Phaseolus macropoides A.Gray [valid]
  • Phaseolus rotundifolius A.Gray [valid]
  • Phaseolus heterophyllus rotundifolius (A.Gray) Piper [valid]
  • Macroptilium heterophyllum rotundifolium (A.Gray) Marechal & al. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus seleri Harms [valid]
  • Phaseolus gibbosifolius Ortega [valid]
  • Phaseolus subtrilobus Link [valid]
  • Macroptilium heterophyllum rotundifolium (A.Gray) Maréchal, Mascherpa & Stainier [valid]

Description

Macroptilium gibbosifolium (also called Gibbous-Leaved Macroptilium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the south-central United States. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 5-7 leaflets. It produces small, white flowers in the summer. It is found in prairies, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Macroptilium gibbosifolium is a popular ornamental plant, and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a border plant. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macroptilium gibbosifolium are yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macroptilium gibbosifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plant should be divided into small clumps of 3-4 stems. The clumps should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Macroptilium gibbosifolium

Macroptilium gibbosifolium is native to Mexico and Central America.

Macroptilium gibbosifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macroptilium gibbosifolium?

Macroptilium gibbosifolium

What is the common name of Macroptilium gibbosifolium?

Humped-leaf macroptilium

What is the family of Macroptilium gibbosifolium?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Casimiro Gómez Ortega (1741-1818): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ortega' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.