Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestita
ID:
184508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 207 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183837



Common Names

  • Shuteria vestita
  • Velvet Shuteria
  • Velvet-leaved Shuteria


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Synonyms

  • Shuteria vestita villosa Pamp. [unknown]
  • Shuteria pampaniniana Hand.-Mazz. [valid]
  • Shuteria involucrata glabrata (Wight & Arn.) H.Ohashi [valid]
  • Glycine vestita Graham [invalid]
  • Shuteria glabrata Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Shuteria vestita glabrata (Wight & Arn.) Baker [valid]
  • Shuteria densiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Shuteria vestita densiflora (Benth.) Baker [valid]
  • Shuteria rotundifolia Miq. [valid]
  • Galactia debilis Hassk. [valid]
  • Glycine glabrata Steud. [invalid]
  • Shuteria involucrata vestita (Wight & Arn.) H.Ohashi [valid]
  • Shuteria involucrata densiflora (Benth.) H.Ohashi [unknown]
  • Shuteria involucrata villosa (Pamp.) H.Ohashi [valid]
  • Shuteria involucrata vestita (Wight & Arn.) H.Ohashi [unknown]
  • Shuteria vestita glabrata (Wight & Arn.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi [valid]
  • Galactia rotundifolia Blume ex Miq. [invalid]

Description

Shuteria vestita (also called 'Velvet Shuteria', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1.5 m in height, with a dense, rounded crown. It has small, velvety leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas, such as rocky hillsides and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Shuteria vestita is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and other cosmetics. The wood is also used for construction, furniture, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Shuteria vestita has small, yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Shuteria vestita is a small shrub that can reach a height of up to 1 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 30 cm apart. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Shuteria vestita

Shuteri vestita is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Shuteria vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Shuteria vestita?

Shuteria vestita

What is the common name of Shuteria vestita?

Shuteria

What is the natural habitat of Shuteria vestita?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518576-1: Based on the initial data import