Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grahamii
ID:
193926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Benth.) Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc., n.s., 24(2): 201 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193255



Common Names

  • Nogra grahamii
  • Mimosa incurialis
  • Indigofera longemucronata


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Synonyms

  • Glycine grahamii Wall. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Grona grahamii (Benth.) Baker [unknown]
  • Uraria esquirolii H.Lév. [valid]
  • Grona grahamii (Wall. ex Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Apios esquirolii (H.Lév.) H.Lév. [valid]

Description

Nogra grahamii (also called Graham's nogra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Nogra grahamii is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nogra grahamii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nogra grahamii is a tropical plant native to Thailand and Cambodia. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Nogra grahamii

Nogra grahamii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Nogra grahamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nogra grahamii?

Nogra grahamii

What is the common name of Nogra grahamii?

Graham's Nogra

What is the natural habitat of Nogra grahamii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.