Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 502 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178907
Common Names
- Adenodolichos bequaertii
- Bequaert's Adenodolichos
- African Sausage Tree
Description
Adenodolichos bequaertii (also called Bequaert's Wild Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has yellow-green flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in open woodlands and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Adenodolichos bequaertii is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as its bark is used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenodolichos bequaertii is a yellow-orange puffball that blooms in the summer. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a bright green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenodolichos bequaertii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time for the plant to reach maturity.
Where to Find Adenodolichos bequaertii
Adenodolichos bequaertii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry savannas and grasslands.
Adenodolichos bequaertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenodolichos bequaertii?
Adenodolichos bequaertii
What is the common name of Adenodolichos bequaertii?
Bequaertii
What is the family of Adenodolichos bequaertii?
Fabaceae
Species in the Adenodolichos genus
Adenodolichos acutifoliolatus,
Adenodolichos baumii,
Adenodolichos bequaertii,
Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus,
Adenodolichos caeruleus,
Adenodolichos exellii,
Adenodolichos grandifoliolatus,
Adenodolichos harmsianus,
Adenodolichos helenae,
Adenodolichos kaessneri,
Adenodolichos katangensis,
Adenodolichos mendesii,
Adenodolichos oblongifoliolatus,
Adenodolichos punctatus,
Adenodolichos rhomboideus,
Adenodolichos rupestris,
Adenodolichos salvifoliolatus,
Adenodolichos upembaensis,
Adenodolichos nanus,
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus,
Adenodolichos paniculatus,
Adenodolichos huillensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family