Rhynchosia lukafuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lukafuensis
ID:
187325
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Rev. Zool. Bot. Africaines21: 304 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186654
Common Names
- Rhynchosia Lukafuensis
- Lukafu Rhynchosia
- Lukafu Snoutbean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia lukafuensis (also called Lukafu Snoutbean, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It has small yellow flowers and trifoliate leaves. It prefers moist soils and can be found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia lukafuensis is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhynchosia lukafuensis is a small, white to pink flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flat seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia lukafuensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Rhynchosia lukafuensis
Rhynchosia lukafuensis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Rhynchosia lukafuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia lukafuensis?
Rhynchosia lukafuensis
What is the common name of Rhynchosia lukafuensis?
Lukafu Snoutbean
What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia lukafuensis?
It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests 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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia lukafuensis Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.