Macrotyloma ciliatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliatum
ID:
204585
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.G.Klein ex Willd.) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 404 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203914
Common Names
- Macrotyloma ciliatum
- Ciliate Macrotyloma
- Ciliate Horse Gram
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macrotyloma ciliatum (also called ciliate macrotyloma, 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
Macrotyloma ciliatum is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Macrotyloma ciliatum are small and yellow, 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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Macrotyloma ciliatum 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 Macrotyloma ciliatum
Macrotyloma ciliatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.
Macrotyloma ciliatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrotyloma ciliatum?
Macrotyloma ciliatum
What are the common names of Macrotyloma ciliatum?
Ciliated horsegram, Ciliated velvet bean
Where is Macrotyloma ciliatum native to?
India
Species in the Macrotyloma genus
Macrotyloma africanum, Macrotyloma axillare, Macrotyloma bieense, Macrotyloma biflorum, Macrotyloma brevicaule, Macrotyloma coddii, Macrotyloma daltonii, Macrotyloma decipiens, Macrotyloma densiflorum, Macrotyloma dewildemanianum, Macrotyloma ellipticum, Macrotyloma fimbriatum, Macrotyloma geocarpum, Macrotyloma hockii, Macrotyloma maranguense, Macrotyloma oliganthum, Macrotyloma prostratum, Macrotyloma rupestre, Macrotyloma schweinfurthii, Macrotyloma stenophyllum, Macrotyloma stipulosum, Macrotyloma tenuiflorum, Macrotyloma uniflorum, Macrotyloma ciliatum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Johann Gottfried Klein (1766-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Klein' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Macrotyloma ciliatum (J.G.Klein ex Willd.) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.