Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridd.-Num.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia10: 165 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207193
Common Names
- Spatholobus auricomus
- Auricomus Spatholobus
- Auricomus
Description
Spatholobus auricomus (also called Auricomous Snoutbean, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody stem, native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Spatholobus auricomus is used as a food crop, forage crop, and for soil conservation. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spatholobus auricomus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a dark brown, oval-shaped bean. The seedlings are light green with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Spatholobus auricomus is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the stem and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Spatholobus auricomus
Spatholobus auricomus is found in the Philippines, in Mindanao and Palawan.
Spatholobus auricomus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spatholobus auricomus?
Spatholobus auricomus
What is the common name of Spatholobus auricomus?
Golden-haired spatholobus
What is the family of Spatholobus auricomus?
Fabaceae
Species in the Spatholobus genus
Spatholobus parviflorus,
Spatholobus suberectus,
Spatholobus harmandii,
Spatholobus discolor,
Spatholobus pulcher,
Spatholobus varians,
Spatholobus biauritus,
Spatholobus gengmaensis,
Spatholobus uniauritus,
Spatholobus acuminatus,
Spatholobus pottingeri,
Spatholobus crassifolius,
Spatholobus latistipulus,
Spatholobus merguensis,
Spatholobus purpureus,
Spatholobus albus,
Spatholobus apoensis,
Spatholobus auricomus,
Spatholobus auritus,
Spatholobus bracteolatus,
Spatholobus dubius,
Spatholobus ferrugineus,
Spatholobus gyrocarpus,
Spatholobus hirsutus,
Spatholobus latibractea,
Spatholobus littoralis,
Spatholobus macropterus,
Spatholobus maingayi,
Spatholobus multiflorus,
Spatholobus oblongifolius,
Spatholobus persicinus,
Spatholobus ridleyi,
Spatholobus sanguineus,
Spatholobus viridis,
Spatholobus sinensis,
Spatholobus discolor,
Spatholobus biauritus,
Spatholobus gengmaensis,
Spatholobus uniauritus,
Species in the Fabaceae family