Viguieranthus longiracemosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiracemosus
ID:
196762
Status:
valid
Authors:
Villiers
Source:
ildis
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 277 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196091
Common Names
- Longiracemosus Viguieranthus
- Viguieranthus Longiracemosus
- Longiracemosus Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Viguieranthus longiracemosus (also called Longiracemosus viguieranthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It has a spreading crown and a straight trunk with a diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are alternate, imparipinnate, and up to 30 cm long. It grows in dry deciduous forests, thickets, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Viguieranthus longiracemosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viguieranthus longiracemosus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and dark green leaves.
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Viguieranthus longiracemosus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Viguieranthus longiracemosus
Viguieranthus longiracemosus is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry open woodland and grassland habitats.
Viguieranthus longiracemosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viguieranthus longiracemosus?
Viguieranthus longiracemosus
What is the common name of Viguieranthus longiracemosus?
Longiracemosus Viguieranthus
What is the natural habitat of Viguieranthus longiracemosus?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Viguieranthus genus
Viguieranthus alternans, Viguieranthus ambongensis, Viguieranthus brevipennatus, Viguieranthus cylindricostachys, Viguieranthus densinervus, Viguieranthus glaber, Viguieranthus glandulosus, Viguieranthus kony, Viguieranthus longiracemosus, Viguieranthus megalophyllus, Viguieranthus perrieri, Viguieranthus pervillei, Viguieranthus scottianus, Viguieranthus simulans, Viguieranthus subauriculatus, Viguieranthus umbilicus, Viguieranthus unifoliolatus, Viguieranthus variabilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Viguieranthus longiracemosus Villiers: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.