Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
priceana
ID:
170267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robinson

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169596

Common Names

  • Apios priceana
  • Price's Groundnut
  • Price's Potato Bean

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Synonyms

  • Glycine priceana (Robinson) Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Apios priceana (also called Price's Groundnut, among many other common names) is a small vine native to North America. It has pinnate leaves, white flowers, and fruits with a single seed. It is found in moist and wet forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Apios priceana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin conditions. It is also used as a food source, as its tubers are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apios priceana is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apios priceana is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial sun to shade exposure. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Apios priceana

Apios priceana can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Apios priceana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apios priceana?

Apios priceana

What is the common name of Apios priceana?

Price's Groundnut

What is the family of Apios priceana?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family