Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
edulis
ID:
164708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen19: 123 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164037



Common Names

  • Edulis Pea
  • Edulis Bean
  • Edulis Vine


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Synonyms

  • Eriosema volubile Micheli [valid]
  • Dolicholus ixodes Standl. [valid]
  • Dolicholus melanostictus (Griseb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Rhynchosia apoloensis (Rusby) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia ixodes (Standl.) Standl. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia melanosticta Griseb. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia nigropunctata S.Watson [unknown]
  • Rhynchosia pinetorum Yunck. [unknown]
  • Rhynchosia rariflora Standl. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia rupicola Brandegee [valid]
  • Eriosema edule (Griseb.) Burkart [valid]
  • Dolicholus nigropunctatus (S.Watson) Rose [valid]
  • Dolicholus apoloensis Rusby [valid]
  • Rhynchosia pinetorum Standl. [valid]
  • Eriosema volubile densiore Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia nigropunctata S.Watson [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia edulis (also called Edible 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 edulis is used as a food source and is also used in traditional medicine. It is also used as a dye and for making rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhynchosia edulis are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are pale green and have short, thick stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia edulis 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 edulis

Rhynchosia edulis is native to tropical Africa and is found in open woodland and grassland. It is also found in the savannahs of West Africa and in the lowland rainforest of Central Africa.

Rhynchosia edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia edulis?

Rhynchosia edulis

What is the common name of Rhynchosia edulis?

Edible Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia edulis?

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