Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
calobotrya
ID:
186615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem13: 420 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185944



Common Names

  • Calobotrya Rhynchosia
  • Rhynchosia Calobotrya
  • Calobotrya Bean


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Description

Rhynchosia calobotrya (also called 'Clustered 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

Rhynchosia calobotrya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia calobotrya has yellow 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia calobotrya 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 Rhynchosia calobotrya

Rhynchosia calobotrya is native to tropical Africa.

Rhynchosia calobotrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia calobotrya?

Rhynchosia calobotrya

What are the common names of Rhynchosia calobotrya?

Calabash rhynchosia, Calabash snout pea

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia calobotrya?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Africa

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