Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
quadrata
ID:
187922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 254 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187251



Common Names

  • Rhynchosia quadrata
  • Rhynchosia
  • Quadrata


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Description

Rhynchosia quadrata (also called Quadrate Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to East Asia. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 2 m in height. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are small and white. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia quadrata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia quadrata has small, yellow, pea-like flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons that are oval in shape and have a slightly wavy margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia quadrata is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Rhynchosia quadrata

Rhynchosia quadrata is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.

Rhynchosia quadrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia quadrata?

Rhynchosia quadrata

What is the common name of Rhynchosia quadrata?

Square Snoutbean

What is the family of Rhynchosia quadrata?

Fabaceae

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