Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
indicus
ID:
193581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192910



Common Names

  • Psophocarpus indicus
  • Indian Psophocarpus
  • Indicus Psophocarpus


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Description

Psophocarpus indicus (also called 'Indian Psophocarpus', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a spreading habit and hairy stems and leaves. It is native to India and is found in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Psophocarpus indicus is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psophocarpus indicus has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psophocarpus indicus is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained medium. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be kept in place until it has rooted.

Where to Find Psophocarpus indicus

Psophocarpus indicus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Psophocarpus indicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psophocarpus indicus?

Psophocarpus indicus

What is the common name of Psophocarpus indicus?

Indicus psophocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Psophocarpus indicus?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-39496: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.