Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dielsii
ID:
198802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms ex Diels

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.29: 418 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198131



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia
  • Diels' Rhynchosia
  • Dielsii Rhynchosia


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Description

Rhynchosia dielsii (also called 'Diels' Snoutbean', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China. It prefers dry, open habitats, such as dry deciduous forests, scrub forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia dielsii is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia dielsii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia dielsii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they are established.

Where to Find Rhynchosia dielsii

Rhynchosia dielsii is native to China. It can be found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands, typically at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Rhynchosia dielsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia dielsii?

Rhynchosia dielsii

What is the common name of Rhynchosia dielsii?

Dielsii

What is the family of Rhynchosia dielsii?

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

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.