Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
1055682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) Steud.

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot., ed. 2, 2: 454 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055020



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Rhynchosia
  • Large-Leaved Rhynchosia


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Description

Rhynchosia grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Snoutbean, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1 meter in height. It is native to China and is typically found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhynchosia grandifolia are small and white with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia grandifolia is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Rhynchosia grandifolia

Rhynchosia grandifolia is native to Africa. It can be found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.