Adenodolichos pachyrhizus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyrhizus
ID:
520843
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 503 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520175
Common Names
- Adenodolichos Pachyrhizus
- Thick-Rooted Climbing Bean
- Thick-Rooted Climbing Bean Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus (also called Thick-Rooted Dolichos, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has a long, twining stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus has small yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a short-lived perennial, so it should be divided every two to three years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Adenodolichos pachyrhizus
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus is native to tropical Africa.
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenodolichos pachyrhizus?
Adenodolichos pachyrhizus
What type of plant is Adenodolichos pachyrhizus?
A perennial vine
What is the natural habitat of Adenodolichos pachyrhizus?
It is found in tropical and subtropical 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
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:472242-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Adenodolichos pachyrhizus De Wild.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.