Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
velutina
ID:
188285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 238 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187614

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia
  • Rhynchosia velutina
  • Velvety Rhynchosia

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Description

Rhynchosia velutina (also called Velvet Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It has a spreading crown and small, bipinnate leaves. Its flowers are small and yellow, and its fruits are small, round, and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia velutina is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhynchosia velutina var. discolor (Baker) Verdc.
Rhynchosia velutina var. velutina

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchosia velutina is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia velutina 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 Rhynchosia velutina

Rhynchosia velutina can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Rhynchosia velutina FAQ

What is the common name of Rhynchosia velutina?

Velvet Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia velutina?

Moist forests and woodlands

What is the growth habit of Rhynchosia velutina?

It is a small to medium-sized shrub

Species in the Rhynchosia genus

Rhynchosia arenicola, Rhynchosia balansae, Rhynchosia caaguazuensis, Rhynchosia calycosa, Rhynchosia cinerea, Rhynchosia cytisoides, Rhynchosia discolor, Rhynchosia edulis, Rhynchosia lateritia, Rhynchosia latifolia, Rhynchosia longeracemosa, Rhynchosia macrocarpa, Rhynchosia mantaroensis, Rhynchosia michauxii, Rhynchosia nipensis, Rhynchosia pallida, Rhynchosia parvifolia, Rhynchosia potosina, Rhynchosia pringlei, Rhynchosia prostrata, Rhynchosia quercetorum, Rhynchosia rojasii, Rhynchosia schomburgkii, Rhynchosia stenophylla, Rhynchosia swartzii, Rhynchosia tarphantha, Rhynchosia hauthalii, Rhynchosia claussenii, Rhynchosia corylifolia, Rhynchosia erythrinoides, Rhynchosia leucophylla, Rhynchosia lineata, Rhynchosia phaseoloides, Rhynchosia platyphylla, Rhynchosia reniformis, Rhynchosia amabilis, Rhynchosia melanocarpa, Rhynchosia monticola, Rhynchosia naineckensis, Rhynchosia nelsonii, Rhynchosia tamaulipensis, Rhynchosia yucatanensis, Rhynchosia americana, Rhynchosia diversifolia, Rhynchosia precatoria, Rhynchosia difformis, Rhynchosia reticulata, Rhynchosia tomentosa, Rhynchosia emarginata, Rhynchosia megalocalyx,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.