Status:
valid
Authors:
Gholami & A.K.Pandey
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa266: 142 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346016
Common Names
- Alysicarpus gautalensis
- Gautal Alysicarpus
- Gautal Alysicarpus Plant
Description
Alysicarpus gautalensis (also called Gautal Alysicarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India, and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has a rosette of small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Alysikarpus gautalensis is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alysikarpus gautalensis has small, yellowish-white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alysicarpus gautalensis is a shrub native to India. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.
Where to Find Alysicarpus gautalensis
Alysicarpus gautalensis is native to India and can be found in the wild in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Alysicarpus gautalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus gautalensis?
Alysicarpus gautalensis
What is the common name of Alysicarpus gautalensis?
None
Where is Alysicarpus gautalensis native to?
India
Species in the Alysicarpus genus
Alysicarpus ferrugineus,
Alysicarpus glumaceus,
Alysicarpus monilifer,
Alysicarpus quartinianus,
Alysicarpus rugosus,
Alysicarpus vaginalis,
Alysicarpus zeyheri,
Alysicarpus longifolius,
Alysicarpus bupleurifolius,
Alysicarpus ovalifolius,
Alysicarpus brownii,
Alysicarpus gamblei,
Alysicarpus hamosus,
Alysicarpus hendersonii,
Alysicarpus heterophyllus,
Alysicarpus heyneanus,
Alysicarpus luteovexillatus,
Alysicarpus mahabubnagarensis,
Alysicarpus misquitei,
Alysicarpus naikianus,
Alysicarpus prainii,
Alysicarpus pubescens,
Alysicarpus roxburghianus,
Alysicarpus salim-alii,
Alysicarpus saplianus,
Alysicarpus scariosus,
Alysicarpus sedgwickii,
Alysicarpus tetragonolobus,
Alysicarpus belgaumensis,
Alysicarpus racemosus,
Alysicarpus parviflorus,
Alysicarpus misquittae,
Alysicarpus aurantiacus,
Alysicarpus major,
Alysicarpus muelleri,
Alysicarpus schomburgkii,
Alysicarpus suffruticosus,
Alysicarpus ferrugineus,
Alysicarpus pubescens,
Alysicarpus ovalifolius,
Alysicarpus yunnanensis,
Alysicarpus pokleanus,
Alysicarpus sanjappae,
Alysicarpus gautalensis,
Alysicarpus bhuibavadensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Akram Gholami: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gholami' in the authors string.