Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chevalieri
ID:
186686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.40: 39 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186015



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia chevalieri
  • Chevalier's Snout Bean
  • Chevalier's Velvet Bean


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Synonyms

  • Eriosema chevalieri Hutch. & Dalziel [invalid]

Description

Rhynchosia chevalieri (also called Chevalier's Snoutbean, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has a woody stem, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia chevalieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia chevalieri has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia chevalieri is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and should be kept moist. They can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Rhynchosia chevalieri

Rhynchosia chevalieri can be found in the Caribbean.

Rhynchosia chevalieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia chevalieri?

Rhynchosia chevalieri

What type of plant is Rhynchosia chevalieri?

It is a shrub

Where is Rhynchosia chevalieri native to?

It is native to South America

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