Lablab prostrata - Uses, Benefits & Care
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valid
Authors:
R.Br.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187639
Common Names
- Lablab
- Lablab prostrata
- Prostrate Lablab
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lablab prostrata (also called Spreading Lablab, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. The leaves are narrow and linear, and the flowers are yellow and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Lablab prostrata is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lablab prostrata has yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lablab prostrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Lablab prostrata
Lablab prostrata is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in countries such as New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.
Lablab prostrata FAQ
What is the common name of Lablab prostrata?
Prostrate Lablab
What is the natural habitat of Lablab prostrata?
Moist forests and woodlands
What is the growth habit of Lablab prostrata?
It is an annual herb
Species in the Lablab genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-34175: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.