Rhynchosia bungarensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bungarensis
ID:
406487
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maesen
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.16: 224 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405819
Common Names
- Bungarensis Rhynchosia
- Rhynchosia Bungarensis
- Bungarensis Rhynchosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia bungarensis (also called Bungar’s Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland, bushveld, and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia bungarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia bungarensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have short, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Rhynchosia bungarensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer. It is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Rhynchosia bungarensis
Rhynchosia bungarensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Rhynchosia bungarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia bungarensis?
Rhynchosia bungarensis
What is the growth habit of Rhynchosia bungarensis?
It is an annual herb with a sprawling habit.
What is the flowering period of Rhynchosia bungarensis?
It flowers from April to July.
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
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20012634-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia bungarensis Maesen: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.