Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1938: 278 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207229
Common Names
- Spatholobus Persicinus
- Chinese Climbing Plant
- Persian Spatholobus
Description
Spatholobus persicinus (also called Spatholobus persicinus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India and Southeast Asia and is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Spatholobus persicinus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spatholobus persicinus is a yellow-orange color and is about 4 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape with a length of about 1 cm. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Spatholobus persicinus 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 persicinus
Spatholobus persicinus can be found in the Philippines and Malaysia.
Spatholobus persicinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spatholobus persicinus?
Spatholobus persicinus
What is the common name of Spatholobus persicinus?
Persicinus Spatholobus
What is the family of Spatholobus persicinus?
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