Rhynchosia gossweileri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
187113
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.66(Suppl. 1): 120 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186442
Common Names
- Rhynchosia gossweileri
- Gossweiler's Snoutbean
- Gossweiler's Rhynchosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia gossweileri (also called Gossweiler's Snout-bean, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Angola and is found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are compound with two pairs of leaflets.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia gossweileri is used as an insecticide and pesticide. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhynchosia gossweileri is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia gossweileri is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.
Where to Find Rhynchosia gossweileri
Rhynchosia gossweileri is native to Angola and Namibia.
Rhynchosia gossweileri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia gossweileri?
Rhynchosia gossweileri
What is the common name of Rhynchosia gossweileri?
Rhynchosia
What is the family of Rhynchosia gossweileri?
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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia gossweileri Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.