Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 1: 267 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704661
Common Names
- Glyphaea tomentosa
- Hairy Glyphaea
- Hairy Water-Lily
Synonyms
- Schweinfurthafra tomentosa Kuntze [deprecated]
- Oncoba sulcata Sim [unknown]
Description
Glyphaea tomentosa (also called woolly glyphaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa and grows in grasslands and woodlands. It has pinnate leaves and produces small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glyphaea tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glyphaea tomentosa has yellow-white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glyphaea tomentosa is a perennial plant native to India. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Glyphaea tomentosa
Glyphaea tomentosa is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Glyphaea tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glyphaea tomentosa?
Glyphaea tomentosa
What are the medicinal uses of Glyphaea tomentosa?
Glyphaea tomentosa is used for treating various ailments, including digestive problems, skin disorders, and inflammation.
What is the taste of Glyphaea tomentosa?
Glyphaea tomentosa has a sweet, licorice-like taste.
Species in the Glyphaea genus
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Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,