Macrotyloma tenuiflorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuiflorum
ID:
182938
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Micheli) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 402 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182267
Common Names
- Macrotyloma tenuiflorum
- Tenuiflorum Macrotyloma
- Tenuiflorum
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- Dolichos baumannii Harms [valid]
- Dolichos tenuiflorus (Micheli) R.Wilczek [valid]
- Desmodium tenuiflorum Micheli [valid]
Description
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum (also called slender horsegram, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in dry habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak or a hedge. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a tea with medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Macrotyloma tenuiflorum
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum is native to India and is found in dry, open areas. It can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrotyloma tenuiflorum?
Macrotyloma tenuiflorum
What are the common names of Macrotyloma tenuiflorum?
Horse gram, kulthi, or kulthi bean
What is the natural habitat of Macrotyloma tenuiflorum?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines
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
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Marc Micheli (1844-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Micheli' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Macrotyloma tenuiflorum (Micheli) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.