Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
187543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 253 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186872



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia nervosa
  • Nervous Rhynchosia
  • Rhynchosia


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Synonyms

  • Dolicholus hirsutus Kuntze [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia nervosa (also called 'Nerve-Leaved Snoutbean', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnately compound. It grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia nervosa is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a source of firewood and timber for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia nervosa has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia nervosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Rhynchosia nervosa

Rhynchosia nervosa can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Rhynchosia nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia nervosa?

Rhynchosia nervosa

What is the common name of Rhynchosia nervosa?

Nerved Senna

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia nervosa?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.