Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
187162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hauman

Source:
ildis

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles25: 103 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186491



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia heterophylla
  • Variable-Leaved Snoutbean
  • Variable-Leaved Rhynchosia


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Description

Rhynchosia heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa and is found in rocky and sandy soils. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia heterophylla 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 flowers of Rhynchosia heterophylla are yellow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia heterophylla is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Rhynchosia heterophylla

Rhynchosia heterophylla is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Rhynchosia heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia heterophylla?

Rhynchosia heterophylla

What are the common names of Rhynchosia heterophylla?

Heterophyllous rhynchosia, Heterophyllous bean

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia heterophylla?

It is native to tropical Africa

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