Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
exellii
ID:
179611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 39: 216 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178940

Common Names

  • Adenodolichos exellii
  • Exell's adenodolichos
  • Exell's bush-pea

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Description

Adenodolichos exellii (also called Exell's adenodolichos, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in open grasslands, pastures, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Adenodolichos exellii is a legume used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenodolichos exellii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenodolichos exellii is a perennial legume that is grown in tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Propagation is done by seed. The seed should be sown in rows at a depth of 1-2 cm and spaced at 10-15 cm apart. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10 cm apart.

Where to Find Adenodolichos exellii

Adenodolichos exellii is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Adenodolichos exellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenodolichos exellii?

Adenodolichos exellii

What is the common name of Adenodolichos exellii?

Exell's Adenodolichos

What is the natural habitat of Adenodolichos exellii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Fabaceae family