Rhynchosia melanocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanocarpa
ID:
175798
Status:
valid
Authors:
Grear
Source:
ildis
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.31(1): 43 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175127
Common Names
- Hairy-pod Snout-bean
- African Snout-bean
- Black-fruited Snout-bean
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- Rhynchosia phaseoloides erecta Micheli [valid]
Description
Rhynchosia melanocarpa (also called Melanocarpa rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching a height of up to 6 m. It is native to the coastal areas of South Africa and Namibia. It can be found in coastal dunes, sandy soils, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia melanocarpa is used as a source of firewood, timber, and charcoal, and its bark is used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia melanocarpa has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia melanocarpa is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Rhynchosia melanocarpa
Rhynchosia melanocarpa is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forests of the Yucatan Peninsula.
Rhynchosia melanocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia melanocarpa?
Rhynchosia melanocarpa
What is the common name of Rhynchosia melanocarpa?
Black-fruited Snoutbean
What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia melanocarpa?
Rhynchosia melanocarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and 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
References
John Wesley Grear (1937-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grear' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia melanocarpa Grear: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.