Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
elegans
ID:
1043350

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Piper) A.Delgado

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot.98: 1711 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042688



Common Names

  • Elegant Sigmoidotropis
  • Elegant Pea
  • Elegant Vigna


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Description

Sigmoidotropis elegans (also called Elegant Sigmoidotropis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has a woody stem and small, leathery leaves. Its yellow flowers are arranged in a terminal cyme. It is found in dry, rocky woods and ridges.

Uses & Benefits

Sigmoidotropis elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sigmoidotropis elegans has white flowers with a yellow center and a yellow-green throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sigmoidotropis elegans is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought conditions. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Sigmoidotropis elegans

Sigmoidotropis elegans is found in South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.