Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
remotiflora
ID:
192304

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taub. ex Baker f.) Schrire

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bothalia22: 167 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191633



Common Names

  • Microcharis remotiflora
  • Remote-flowered Microcharis
  • Remote-flowered Pea


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera welwitschii remotiflora (Baker f.) Cronquist [valid]
  • Indigofera remotiflora Taub. ex Baker f. [valid]

Description

Microcharis remotiflora (also called Remote-Flowered Microcharis, among many other common names) is a small herb native to South Africa. It has white or yellow flowers and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Microcharis remotiflora is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcharis remotiflora has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcharis remotiflora is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but does best in warm, humid areas. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Microcharis remotiflora

Microcharis remotiflora is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Microcharis remotiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcharis remotiflora?

Microcharis remotiflora

What is the common name of Microcharis remotiflora?

Remote-flowered Microcharis

What is the natural habitat of Microcharis remotiflora?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Microcharis genus

Microcharis ammophila, Microcharis angolensis, Microcharis ephemera, Microcharis asparagoides, Microcharis brevistaminea, Microcharis buchneri, Microcharis garissaensis, Microcharis gyrata, Microcharis tenella, Microcharis latifolia, Microcharis longicalyx, Microcharis medicaginea, Microcharis microcharoides, Microcharis nematophylla, Microcharis remotiflora, Microcharis welwitschii, Microcharis sessilis, Microcharis spathulata, Microcharis stipulosa, Microcharis tenuirostris, Microcharis tisserantii, Microcharis tritoides, Microcharis wajirensis, Microcharis galpinii, Microcharis annua, Microcharis butayei, Microcharis cana, Microcharis contorta, Microcharis cufodontii, Microcharis disjuncta, Microcharis karinensis, Microcharis kucharii, Microcharis praetermissa, Microcharis aphylla, Microcharis phyllogramme, Microcharis omissa,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Brian David Schrire (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrire' in the authors string.