Apios macrantha - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.20: t. 1946 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197944
Common Names
- Apios macrantha
- Large-flowered Apios
- Large-flowered Groundnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Apios macrantha (also called Large-flowered Apios, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5m. It is native to China and Japan and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Apios macrantha is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Apios macrantha is a white, pea-like flower. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Apios macrantha is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Apios macrantha
Apios macrantha is native to parts of China and Taiwan. It is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Apios macrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apios macrantha?
Apios macrantha
What is the common name of Apios macrantha?
Large-flowered Apios
Where is Apios macrantha native to?
North America
Species in the Apios genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Apios macrantha Oliv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.