Macrotyloma daltonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
daltonii
ID:
182549
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Webb) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 401 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181878
Common Names
- Daltonii Macrotyloma
- Macrotyloma daltonii
- Daltonii Macrotyloma
Searching for Macrotyloma daltonii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Dolichos daltonii Webb [valid]
Description
Macrotyloma daltonii (also called Dalton's Horse-Gram, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has trifoliate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Macrotyloma daltonii is used as a food source, forage, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macrotyloma daltonii is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a brown, flattened, oval-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two opposite, oval-shaped leaves.
Searching for Macrotyloma daltonii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrotyloma daltonii is a small, deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m (6 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated from cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Macrotyloma daltonii
Macrotyloma daltonii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Macrotyloma daltonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrotyloma daltonii?
Macrotyloma daltonii
What is the common name of Macrotyloma daltonii?
Dalton's macrotyloma
What is the natural habitat of Macrotyloma daltonii?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Macrotyloma daltonii (Webb) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.