Ophrestia pentaphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dalzell) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 259 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203962
Common Names
- Ophrestia pentaphylla
- Five-leaved Ophrestia
- Pentaphylla Ophrestia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ophrestia pentaphylla (also called the five-leaved ophrestia, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the pea family. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests. It grows up to 1 meter tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm. Its leaves are compound, with five leaflets, and its flowers are yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Ophrestia pentaphylla is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Ophrestia pentaphylla flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, black and five-sided. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ophrestia pentaphylla is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can reach up to 20 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting.
Where to Find Ophrestia pentaphylla
Ophrestia pentaphylla is native to India and can be found in the wild in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Ophrestia pentaphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophrestia pentaphylla?
Ophrestia pentaphylla
What is the common name of Ophrestia pentaphylla?
Five-leaved Ophrestia
What is the family of Ophrestia pentaphylla?
Fabaceae
Species in the Ophrestia genus
Ophrestia digitata, Ophrestia hedysaroides, Ophrestia oblongifolia, Ophrestia radicosa, Ophrestia torrei, Ophrestia unicostata, Ophrestia unifoliolata, Ophrestia upembae, Ophrestia antsingyensis, Ophrestia humbertii, Ophrestia lyallii, Ophrestia madagascariensis, Ophrestia pinnata, Ophrestia pentaphylla, Ophrestia breviracemosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ophrestia pentaphylla (Dalzell) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.