Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
naineckensis
ID:
175800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fortunato

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana24: 497 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175129



Common Names

  • Naines Snout-bean
  • Naines Senna
  • Naines Wild Sensitive-plant


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Description

Rhynchosia naineckensis (also called Nainecks Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and pubescent. It is found in open or disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia naineckensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia naineckensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia naineckensis 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 naineckensis

Rhynchosia naineckensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forests of the Yucatan Peninsula.

Rhynchosia naineckensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia naineckensis?

Rhynchosia naineckensis

What is the common name of Rhynchosia naineckensis?

Naineck Snoutbean

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia naineckensis?

Rhynchosia naineckensis 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