Rhynchosia filiformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
406467
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maesen
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.16: 224 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405799
Common Names
- Rhynchosia Filiformis
- Thread-Like Snout-Bean
- Thread-Like Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia filiformis (also called Thread-Leaf Snoutbean, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland, bushveld, and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia filiformis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia filiformis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Rhynchosia filiformis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer. It is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Rhynchosia filiformis
Rhynchosia filiformis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.
Rhynchosia filiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia filiformis?
Rhynchosia filiformis
What is the common name of Rhynchosia filiformis?
Thread-like Snoutbean
What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia filiformis?
Moist soils along rivers and streams
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
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20012635-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia filiformis Maesen: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.