Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thyrsiflora
ID:
186984

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Polhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186313

Common Names

  • Aganope
  • Thyrsiflora
  • Thyrsiflora Aganope

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Synonyms

  • Derris thyrsiflora (Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Derris thyrisoflora (Benth.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Aganope floribunda Miq. [valid]
  • Aganope macrophylla Miq. [valid]
  • Derris eualata Bedd. [valid]
  • Derris latifolia Prain [valid]
  • Derris platyptera Baker [valid]
  • Derris pyrrothyrsa Miq. [valid]
  • Derris thyrsiflora eualata (Bedd.) Thoth. [valid]
  • Derris thyrsiflora wallichii (Prain) Thoth. [valid]
  • Derris wallichii Prain [valid]
  • Millettia thyrsiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Aganope thyrsiflora eualata (Bedd.) Thoth. & D.N.Das [valid]
  • Aganope thyrsiflora wallichii (Prain) Thoth. & D.N.Das [valid]
  • Deguelia thyrsiflora (Benth.) Taub. [valid]
  • Aganope subavenis Miq. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus macrophyllus Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus eualatus Kuntze [valid]
  • Aganope microphylla Miq. [unknown]
  • Amerimnon obovatum Buch.-Ham. ex Baker [invalid]
  • Dalbergia argentea Zoll. [valid]
  • Aganope latifolia (Prain) T.C.Chen & Pedley [valid]
  • Derris macrophylla (Miq.) Benth. [valid]
  • Deguelia eualata (Bedd.) Taub. [valid]
  • Deguelia macrophylla (Benth.) Taub. [valid]
  • Deguelia platyptera (Baker) Taub. [valid]
  • Deguelia pyrrothyrsa (Miq.) Taub. [valid]
  • Deguelia subavenis (Miq.) Taub. [valid]
  • Pterocarpus pyrrothyrsus Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus thyrsiflorus Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aganope thyrsiflora (also called Thyrsiflora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow flowers with a red center.

Uses & Benefits

Aganope thyrsiflora is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aganope thyrsiflora is a small, white to pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves, and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aganope thyrsiflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It is usually propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be planted in a sunny location and kept well-watered. Pruning is recommended to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Aganope thyrsiflora

Aganope thyrsiflora can be found in China.

Aganope thyrsiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aganope thyrsiflora?

Aganope thyrsiflora

What is the common name of Aganope thyrsiflora?

Thyrse-Flowered Aganope

Where is Aganope thyrsiflora native to?

Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.