Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
biflora
ID:
164741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Britton, Sterns & Poggenb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Prelim. Cat.: 13 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164070

Common Names

  • Estilosantes Biflora
  • Estilosantes de Biflora
  • Estilosantes de Biflora Blanca

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Synonyms

  • Stylosanthes biflora hispidissima (Michx.) Pollard & C.R.Ball [unknown]
  • Trifolium biflorum L. [valid]
  • Stylosanthes biflora elatior (Sw.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Stylosanthes biflora hispidissima (Michx.) Pollard & C.R.Ball [valid]
  • Stylosanthes elatior hispidissima (Michx.) Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Stylosanthes floridana S.F.Blake [valid]
  • Stylosanthes hispida hispidissima Michx. [valid]
  • Stylosanthes hispida nudiuscula Michx. [valid]
  • Stylosanthes hispida procumbens Pursh [valid]
  • Arachis aprica Walter [valid]
  • Stylosanthes riparia Kearney [valid]
  • Stylosanthes riparia setifera Fernald [unknown]
  • Stylosanthes elatior Sw. [valid]
  • Stylosanthes hispida Michx. [illegitimate]
  • Trifolium hispidissimum Michx. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Stylosanthes hispidissima auct. [unknown]
  • Stylosanthes hispida erecta Pursh [unknown]

Description

Stylosanthes biflora (also called Two-flowered Stylosanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Stylosanthes biflora is used as a cover crop and green manure. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock. The plant is also used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stylosanthes biflora is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylosanthes biflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Stylosanthes biflora

Stylosanthes biflora is native to Central and South America. It is found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and along roadsides.

Stylosanthes biflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylosanthes biflora?

Stylosanthes biflora

What is the family of Stylosanthes biflora?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Stylosanthes biflora?

Two-flowered Stylosanthes

Species in the Stylosanthes genus

Stylosanthes angustifolia, Stylosanthes biflora, Stylosanthes calcicola, Stylosanthes hippocampoides, Stylosanthes ingrata, Stylosanthes leiocarpa, Stylosanthes macrocarpa, Stylosanthes macrosoma, Stylosanthes mexicana, Stylosanthes nervosa, Stylosanthes sericeiceps, Stylosanthes suffruticosa, Stylosanthes sympodialis, Stylosanthes tuberculata, Stylosanthes humilis, Stylosanthes montevidensis, Stylosanthes bracteata, Stylosanthes capitata, Stylosanthes scabra, Stylosanthes erecta, Stylosanthes fruticosa, Stylosanthes guianensis, Stylosanthes humilis, Stylosanthes montevidensis, Stylosanthes viscosa, Stylosanthes linearifolia, Stylosanthes campestris, Stylosanthes hamata, Stylosanthes hispida, Stylosanthes ruellioides, Stylosanthes mexicanus, Stylosanthes longicarpa, Stylosanthes recta, Stylosanthes salina, Stylosanthes venezuelensis, Stylosanthes vallsii, Stylosanthes rostrata, Stylosanthes falconensis, Stylosanthes quintanarooensis, Stylosanthes maracajuensis, Stylosanthes longiseta, Stylosanthes minima, Stylosanthes mitzii, Stylosanthes macrocephala, Stylosanthes seabrana,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Emerson Ellick Sterns (1846-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sterns' in the authors string.
Justus Ferdinand Poggenburg I (1840-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poggenb.' in the authors string.