Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mitis
ID:
183409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
B.Verdcourt & E.C.Trump, Camm. Poison. Pl. E. Afr.: 89 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182738



Common Names

  • Neorautanenia natalensis
  • Neorautanenia arborescens
  • Neorautanenia insignis


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Synonyms

  • Neorautanenia amboensis Schinz [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia brachypus (Harms) C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia seineri (Harms) C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia coriacea C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia edulis C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia lugardii (N.E.Br.) C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia rogersii (L.Bolus) C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia orbicularis (Welw. ex Baker) Torre [valid]
  • Neorautanenia pseudopachyrrhiza (Harms) Milne-Redh. [valid]
  • Dolichos orbicularis (Welw. ex Baker) Baker f. [valid]
  • Pueraria hochstetteri Chiov. [valid]
  • Cacara orbicularis (Welw. ex Baker) Hiern [valid]
  • Dolichos ellenbeckii Harms [valid]
  • Dolichos mitis A.Rich. [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus orbicularis Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Dolichos brachypus Harms [unknown]
  • Dolichos pseudopachyrhizus Harms [valid]
  • Dolichos seineri Harms [unknown]
  • Galactia lugardii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Pueraria rogersii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Dolichos pseudopachyrhizus kilimandschari Harms [unknown]
  • Dolichos pseudopachyrhizus subintegrifolius Harms [unknown]
  • Neorautanenia pseudopachyrrhiza ellenbeckii (Harms) Cufod. [unknown]

Description

Neorautanenia mitis (also called Mite Neorautanenia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has a grayish-green bark. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in savannas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neorautanenia mitis is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neorautanenia mitis are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neorautanenia mitis is a hardy perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Neorautanenia mitis

Neorautanenia mitis can be found in the dry regions of southern Africa, including Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa.

Neorautanenia mitis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neorautanenia mitis?

Neorautanenia mitis

What is the common name of Neorautanenia mitis?

Mild Neorautanenia

What is the flowering period of Neorautanenia mitis?

April to June

Species in the Neorautanenia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.