Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
burkartii
ID:
185403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fortunato

Source:
ildis

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Parodiana2: 49 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184732



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia burkartii
  • Burkart's Bean
  • Burkart's Pea


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Description

Rhynchosia burkartii (also called Burkart's Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia burkartii is used as a cover crop and forage crop. It is also used for green manure and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia burkartii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and two true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia burkartii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Rhynchosia burkartii

Rhynchosia burkartii is native to South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests and wetlands.

Rhynchosia burkartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia burkartii?

Rhynchosia burkartii

What is the common name of Rhynchosia burkartii?

Burkart's Bean

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia burkartii?

Dry tropical forests and scrublands

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