Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gyrocarpus
ID:
207874

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
F.A.W.Miquel, Pl. Jungh.: 238 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207203



Common Names

  • Spatholobus gyrocarpus
  • Gyrocarpus Spatholobus
  • Gyrocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Butea gyrocarpa (Benth.) Blatt. [unknown]
  • Butea gyrocarpa (Benth.) Graham ex Blatt. [unknown]

Description

Spatholobus gyrocarpus (also called Gyrocarpous 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 gyrocarpus 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 gyrocarpus is a yellow-orange color and is about 3 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape with a length of about 0.7 cm. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus gyrocarpus can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Layering can be done by burying a stem in the soil and allowing it to root. All propagation methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Spatholobus gyrocarpus

Spatholobus gyrocarpus can be found in the Philippines and Malaysia.

Spatholobus gyrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus gyrocarpus?

Spatholobus gyrocarpus

What is the common name of Spatholobus gyrocarpus?

Round-fruited spatholobus

What is the family of Spatholobus gyrocarpus?

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