Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cytisoides
ID:
164706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bertol.) Wilbur

Source:
ildis

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Rhodora64: 60 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164035



Common Names

  • Cytisoides Pea
  • Cytisoides Bean
  • Cytisoides Vine


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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia pitcheria Burkart [valid]
  • Lespedeza cytisoides Bertol. [unknown]
  • Rhynchosia galactioides parvifolia Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Rhynchosia galactioides (Nutt.) Endl. ex Walp. [illegitimate]
  • Pitcheria galactioides Nutt. [valid]
  • Lespedeza cytisoides Bertol. [valid]
  • Pitcheria galactoides parvifolia [unknown]

Description

Rhynchosia cytisoides (also called Cytisus-Like Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia cytisoides is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine and as a source of food for humans and livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia cytisoides has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seedpod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia cytisoides is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Rhynchosia cytisoides

Rhynchosia cytisoides is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Rhynchosia cytisoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia cytisoides?

Rhynchosia cytisoides

What is the common name of Rhynchosia cytisoides?

Cytisus-like Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia cytisoides?

Dry, sandy areas in Mexico

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

Antonio Bertoloni (1775-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertol.' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.