Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
candida
ID:
186646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Hiern) Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 39: 22 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185975



Common Names

  • Candida Rhynchosia
  • Rhynchosia Candida
  • White-flowered Rhynchosia


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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia fontis-francisci Dinter [valid]
  • Rhynchosia memnonia candida (Hiern) Baker f. [unknown]
  • Dolicholus memnonius candidus Welw. ex Hiern [unknown]

Description

Rhynchosia candida (also called White-flowered Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to tropical Asia. It is found in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia candida 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 candida is a perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Rhynchosia candida

Rhynchosia candida is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.

Rhynchosia candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia candida?

Rhynchosia candida

What type of plant is Rhynchosia candida?

A shrub

Where is Rhynchosia candida native to?

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

William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Antonio Rocha da Torre (1904-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torre' in the authors string.