Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dunn) Craib
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Fl. Siam.1: 397 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185942
Common Names
- Flipper Padbruggea
- Padbruggea Vine
- Flipper Vine
Synonyms
- Afgekia filipes (Dunn) R.Geesink [unknown]
- Whitfordiodendron filipes (Dunn) Dunn [unknown]
- Adinobotrys filipes Dunn [unknown]
- Whitfordiodendron filipes tomentosum Z.Wei [unknown]
- Afgekia filipes tomentosa (Z.Wei) Y.F.Deng & H.N.Qin [unknown]
- Padbruggea filipes tomentosa (Z.Wei) J.Compton, Sirich. & Schrire [valid]
Description
Padbruggea filipes (also called 'Thread-leaved Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in open woodlands and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Padbruggea filipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Padbruggea filipes has white flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Padbruggea filipes is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Padbruggea filipes
Padbruggea filipes is native to tropical Africa.
Padbruggea filipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Padbruggea filipes?
Padbruggea filipes
What are the common names of Padbruggea filipes?
Thread-leaved padbruggea, Thread-leaved bruggea
What is the natural habitat of Padbruggea filipes?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Padbruggea genus
Species in the Fabaceae family