Status:
valid
Authors:
Rich.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1792
Citation Micro:
Actes Soc. Hist. Nat. Paris1: 112 (1792)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182214
Common Names
- Stylosanthes hispida
- Hairy Stylo
- Hairy Stylosanthes
Synonyms
- Stylosanthes cayennensis Mohlenbr. [valid]
Description
Stylosanthes hispida (also called Hairy Stylosanthes, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Stylosanthes hispida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak or a hedge. The leaves of this plant can be used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stylosanthes hispida has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stylosanthes hispida is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Stylosanthes hispida
Stylosanthes hispida can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.
Stylosanthes hispida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stylosanthes hispida?
Stylosanthes hispida
What are the common names of Stylosanthes hispida?
Hispid Stylosanthes, Hispid Stylosanthes Tree
What is the natural habitat of Stylosanthes hispida?
Stylosanthes hispida is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa
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