Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulverulenta
ID:
187882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stocks

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc.4: 147 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187211



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia pulverulenta
  • Rhynchosia
  • Pulverulenta


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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia elachistantha Chiov. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia rhombifolia Blatt. & Hallb. [illegitimate]
  • Glycine memnonia Delile [unknown]
  • Rhynchosia memnonia pulverulenta (Stocks) A.Terracc. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia pulverulenta (also called Powdery Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded form. It is native to South America and grows in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia pulverulenta is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, and its bark, which is used to make paper. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia pseudoviscosa has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a few leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia pulverulenta is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Rhynchosia pulverulenta

Rhynchosia pulverulenta is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Rhynchosia pulverulenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia pulverulenta?

Rhynchosia pulverulenta

What is the common name of Rhynchosia pulverulenta?

Pulverulent Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia pulverulenta?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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