Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
186702

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Druce

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles1916: 643 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186031



Common Names

  • Ciliated Rhynchosia
  • Ciliate Snoutbean
  • Rhynchosia Ciliata


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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia puberula (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Steud. [valid]
  • Dolicholus ciliatus (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dolicholus puberulus Hiern [valid]
  • Eriosema puberulum Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Hedysarum capense F.Dietr. [illegitimate]
  • Desmodium ciliatum (Thunb.) DC. [valid]
  • Hedysarum ciliatum Thunb. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia ciliata (also called Hairy 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 ciliata 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 ciliata 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 ciliata is a perennial legume that is native to Asia. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Rhynchosia ciliata

Rhynchosia ciliata is native to India and can be found in parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Rhynchosia ciliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia ciliata?

Rhynchosia ciliata

What is the common name of Rhynchosia ciliata?

Hairy snoutbean

What is the family of Rhynchosia ciliata?

Fabaceae

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

George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.