Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevipetiolatus
ID:
179589
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Wilczek
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles24: 443 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178918
Common Names
- Short-petioled Adenodolichos
- Short-petioled Velvet Bean
- Short-petioled Cowitch
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Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus (also called Short-Petioled 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 brevipetiolatus is used as an ornamental plant, as it has a beautiful yellow flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus has small yellow flowers that are held in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a flat, dark brown, hard-coated legume. The seedlings are slender and have a long taproot.
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Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus 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 brevipetiolatus
Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus?
Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus
What is the common name of Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus?
Short-petiole Adenodolichos
What is the natural habitat of Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
References
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adenodolichos brevipetiolatus R.Wilczek: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.