Rhynchosia torrei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torrei
ID:
406427
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes.3(5): 178 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405759
Common Names
- Rhynchosia Torrei
- Torre's Snout-Bean
- Torre's Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia torrei (also called 'Torre's Snoutbean', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Africa and is found in grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia torrei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia torrei has yellow-green flowers, which are star-shaped and have six petals. The seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia torrei is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist, acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a shaded area until they are well established.
Where to Find Rhynchosia torrei
Rhynchosia torrei can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Rhynchosia torrei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia torrei?
Rhynchosia torrei
What type of plant is Rhynchosia torrei?
It is a type of legume.
Where does Rhynchosia torrei grow?
It is native to South 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
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1019874-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia torrei Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.