Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leucophylla
ID:
174928

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 202 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174257



Common Names

  • White-leaf Snoutbean
  • White-leafed Snoutbean
  • White-leaved Snoutbean


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Synonyms

  • Arcyphyllum leucophyllum Benth. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia leucophylla elliptica Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia leucophylla laxifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia leucophylla pubescens Chodat & Hassl. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia leucophylla (also called Rhynchosia leucophylla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia leucophylla is used for fuelwood, fodder, and timber. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia leucophylla has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia leucophylla is a small, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Rhynchosia leucophylla

Rhynchosia leucophylla is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Rhynchosia leucophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia leucophylla?

Rhynchosia leucophylla

What is the common name of Rhynchosia leucophylla?

White-leaf Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia leucophylla?

Dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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