Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
latistipulus
ID:
204708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot.15: 110 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204037



Common Names

  • Spatholobus latistipulus
  • Broad-stalked Spatholobus
  • Broadstalked Spatholobus


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Description

Spatholobus latistipulus (also called the Long-stalked Climbing Legume, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a woody climber with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spatholobus latistipulus is used as an ornamental plant, for fodder, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spatholobus latistipulus is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedling is a small, round, green seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus latistipulus can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The rhizomes should be divided in spring and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Spatholobus latistipulus

Spatholobus latistipulus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Spatholobus latistipulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus latistipulus?

Spatholobus latistipulus

What is the common name of Spatholobus latistipulus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Spatholobus latistipulus?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

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