Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
harae
ID:
201199

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Ohashi & Tateishi

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo)90: 221 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200528



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia harae
  • Hara's Snout Bean
  • Kudu Bean


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Description

Rhynchosia harae (also called Hara's Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is an evergreen climber with trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia harae is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhynchosia harae sub. ovalifoliolata H.Ohashi & Tateishi
Rhynchosia harae sub. harae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia harae has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia harae can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer when temperatures are warm.

Where to Find Rhynchosia harae

Rhynchosia harae can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Rhynchosia harae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia harae?

Rhynchosia harae

What is the common name of Rhynchosia harae?

Hara's Senna

What is the habitat of Rhynchosia harae?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Yoichi Tateishi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tateishi' in the authors string.