Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heptaphylla
ID:
186614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Polhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.25: 268 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185943

Common Names

  • Seven-leaf Aganope
  • Aganope Heptaphylla
  • Seven-leaf Bush

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Synonyms

  • Derris sinuata Benth. ex Thwaites [valid]
  • Derris heptaphylla (L.) Merr. [valid]
  • Sophora heptaphylla L. [valid]
  • Derris diadelpha (Blanco) Merr. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus diadelphus Blanco [valid]
  • Pterocarpus diadelphous Blanco [unknown]
  • Deguelia sinuata (Benth. ex Thwaites) Taub. [valid]
  • Derris macroloba Miq. [valid]
  • Pongamia sinuata Wall. [invalid]
  • Semetor arborea (Lour.) Raf. [valid]
  • Sophora tiloebsis Blume ex Miq. [invalid]
  • Aspalathus arborea Lour. [valid]
  • Deguelia heptaphylla (L.) S.F.Blake [valid]
  • Pongamia grandifolia Graham [invalid]
  • Deguelia macroloba (Miq.) Taub. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus grandifolius Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus macrolobus Kuntze [valid]
  • Derris floribunda Náves ex Fern.-Vill. [illegitimate]

Description

Aganope heptaphylla (also called 'Seven-leaved Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in open woodlands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aganope heptaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aganope heptaphylla has yellow flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aganope heptaphylla is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Aganope heptaphylla

Aganope heptaphylla is native to tropical Africa.

Aganope heptaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aganope heptaphylla?

Aganope heptaphylla

What are the common names of Aganope heptaphylla?

Seven-leaved aganope, Seven-leaved legume

What is the natural habitat of Aganope heptaphylla?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.