Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
elisae
ID:
1237465

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Téllez

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb.20: 235 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236803



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia elisae
  • Elisa's Snoutbean
  • Elisa's Velvet Bean


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Description

Rhynchosia elisae (also called Elisa's Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia elisae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia elisae has small, yellow, tubular flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia elisae is a perennial herb, native to the western United States. It is easily propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Rhynchosia elisae

Rhynchosia elisae is found in South Africa.

Rhynchosia elisae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia elisae?

Rhynchosia elisae

What is the common name of Rhynchosia elisae?

Elisae Rhynchosia

What is the habitat of Rhynchosia elisae?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States

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