Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
precatoria
ID:
182759

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 385 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182088



Common Names

  • Prayer Bean
  • Precatory Bean
  • Cowitch


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera volubilis J.C.Wendl. [unknown]
  • Dolicholus vailiae Rose [valid]
  • Rhynchosia bicolor Micheli [valid]
  • Glycine precatoria Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [valid]
  • Dolicholus precatorius Rose [valid]
  • Indigofera volubilis J.C.Wendl. [unknown]
  • Indigofera volubilis Milne [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia precatoria (also called Preacher's Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has yellow flowers and small, brown seed pods.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia precatoria is used as a source of firewood, fodder, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchosia precatoria is a yellow-orange colour, with a globular shape. The seed is small, dark brown and hard-coated. The seedling has a single stem, with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia precatoria is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting to increase the chances of successful germination.

Where to Find Rhynchosia precatoria

Rhynchosia precatoria is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Rhynchosia precatoria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia precatoria?

Rhynchosia precatoria

What is the common name of Rhynchosia precatoria?

Rhynchosia

Where is Rhynchosia precatoria native to?

South America

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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.