Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aurea
ID:
204653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 386 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203982



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia aurea
  • Aurea Rhynchosia
  • Aurea's Rhynchosia


Searching for Rhynchosia aurea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Glycine aurea Willd. [valid]
  • Glycine elongata Roth [valid]
  • Rhynchosia elongata DC. [valid]
  • Nomismia aurea (Willd.) Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Dolichos rufescens Graham [valid]
  • Hedysarum aureum (Willd.) Rottler [valid]
  • Rhynchosia densiflora Wall. [invalid]

Description

Rhynchosia aurea (also called the golden rhynchosia, 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 simple, with a smooth texture, and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia aurea is used as a fodder crop, for soil stabilization, and for controlling soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Rhynchosia aurea flower is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

Searching for Rhynchosia aurea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia aurea is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in the spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Rhynchosia aurea

Rhynchosia aurea is native to India and can be found in the wild in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Rhynchosia aurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia aurea?

Rhynchosia aurea

What is the common name of Rhynchosia aurea?

Golden Rhynchosia

What is the habitat of Rhynchosia aurea?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Rhynchosia genus

Rhynchosia arenicola, Rhynchosia balansae, Rhynchosia caaguazuensis, Rhynchosia calycosa, Rhynchosia cinerea, Rhynchosia cytisoides, Rhynchosia discolor, Rhynchosia edulis, Rhynchosia lateritia, Rhynchosia latifolia, Rhynchosia longeracemosa, Rhynchosia macrocarpa, Rhynchosia mantaroensis, Rhynchosia michauxii, Rhynchosia nipensis, Rhynchosia pallida, Rhynchosia parvifolia, Rhynchosia potosina, Rhynchosia pringlei, Rhynchosia prostrata, Rhynchosia quercetorum, Rhynchosia rojasii, Rhynchosia schomburgkii, Rhynchosia stenophylla, Rhynchosia swartzii, Rhynchosia tarphantha, Rhynchosia hauthalii, Rhynchosia claussenii, Rhynchosia corylifolia, Rhynchosia erythrinoides, Rhynchosia leucophylla, Rhynchosia lineata, Rhynchosia phaseoloides, Rhynchosia platyphylla, Rhynchosia reniformis, Rhynchosia amabilis, Rhynchosia melanocarpa, Rhynchosia monticola, Rhynchosia naineckensis, Rhynchosia nelsonii, Rhynchosia tamaulipensis, Rhynchosia yucatanensis, Rhynchosia americana, Rhynchosia diversifolia, Rhynchosia precatoria, Rhynchosia difformis, Rhynchosia reticulata, Rhynchosia tomentosa, Rhynchosia emarginata, Rhynchosia megalocalyx,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.