Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubiginosa
ID:
705100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tindale & B.E.Pfeil

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.14: 897 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704433

Common Names

  • Glycine rubiginosa
  • Rusty Glycine
  • Rusty Soybean

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Description

Glycine rubiginosa (also called Rusty glycine, among many other common names) is a perennial, twining vine native to Australia. It has trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Glycine rubiginosa is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a green manure, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glycine rubiginosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and fragile, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glycine rubiginosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer. It can be grown from seed, but cuttings are the preferred method of propagation.

Where to Find Glycine rubiginosa

Glycine rubiginosa is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Glycine rubiginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glycine rubiginosa?

Glycine rubiginosa

What is the common name of Glycine rubiginosa?

Glycine rubiginosa

What is the family of Glycine rubiginosa?

Fabaceae

Species in the Glycine genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mary Douglas Tindale (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tindale' in the authors string.
Bernard E. Pfeil: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.E.Pfeil' in the authors string.