Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rhomboideus
ID:
179744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.33: 179 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179073

Common Names

  • Adenodolichos rhomboideus
  • Rhomboideus Dolichos
  • Rhomboideus Bean

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Synonyms

  • Adenodolichos anchietae (Hiern) Harms [valid]
  • Adenodolichos euryphyllus Harms [valid]
  • Dolichos anchietae Hiern [valid]
  • Dolichos rhomboideus O.Hoffm. [valid]
  • Adenodolichos rhomboideus lanceolatus Wilczek [unknown]
  • Adenodolichos rhomboideus kundelungensis R.Wilczek [unknown]

Description

Adenodolichos rhomboideus (also called Rhomboid 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 rhomboideus is a medicinal plant that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It has also been used as an ornamental plant and for its insect repellent properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adenodolichos rhomboideus var. kundelunguensis Wilczek

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenodolichos rhomboideus 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 rhomboideus 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 rhomboideus

Adenodolichos rhomboideus can be found in South America, from Bolivia to Argentina.

Adenodolichos rhomboideus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenodolichos rhomboideus?

Adenodolichos rhomboideus

What is the common name of Adenodolichos rhomboideus?

Rhomboideus Adenodolichos

What is the natural habitat of Adenodolichos rhomboideus?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.