Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
175801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) Grear

Source:
ildis

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.31(1): 99 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175130



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Dolicholus nelsonii Rose [valid]
  • Rhynchosia jalapensis Standl. & Steyerm. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia nelsonii (also called Nelson's 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 nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia nelsonii has yellow flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia nelsonii 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 nelsonii

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

Rhynchosia nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia nelsonii?

Rhynchosia nelsonii

What is the common name of Rhynchosia nelsonii?

Nelson's Snoutbean

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia nelsonii?

Rhynchosia nelsonii 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

Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Wesley Grear (1937-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grear' in the authors string.