Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
belgaumensis
ID:
205324

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient.: t. 92 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204653

Common Names

  • Alysikarpus belgaumensis
  • Belgaum Alysicarpus
  • Belgaum Sicklepod

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Synonyms

  • Desmodiastrum belgaumense (Wight) A.Pramanik & Thoth. [valid]
  • Fabricia belgaumensis (Wight) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Alysciarpus belgaumensis (also called Belgaum alysciarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Alysikarpus belgaumensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a soil-building legume crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alysikarpus belgaumensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysciarpus belgaumensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Alysicarpus belgaumensis

Alysciarpus belgaumensis is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests in the Western Ghats region.

Alysicarpus belgaumensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus belgaumensis?

Alysikarpus belgaumensis

What is the common name of Alysicarpus belgaumensis?

Belgaum Alysicarpus

What is the habitat of Alysicarpus belgaumensis?

It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Species in the Alysicarpus genus

Alysicarpus ferrugineus, Alysicarpus glumaceus, Alysicarpus monilifer, Alysicarpus quartinianus, Alysicarpus rugosus, Alysicarpus vaginalis, Alysicarpus zeyheri, Alysicarpus longifolius, Alysicarpus bupleurifolius, Alysicarpus ovalifolius, Alysicarpus brownii, Alysicarpus gamblei, Alysicarpus hamosus, Alysicarpus hendersonii, Alysicarpus heterophyllus, Alysicarpus heyneanus, Alysicarpus luteovexillatus, Alysicarpus mahabubnagarensis, Alysicarpus misquitei, Alysicarpus naikianus, Alysicarpus prainii, Alysicarpus pubescens, Alysicarpus roxburghianus, Alysicarpus salim-alii, Alysicarpus saplianus, Alysicarpus scariosus, Alysicarpus sedgwickii, Alysicarpus tetragonolobus, Alysicarpus belgaumensis, Alysicarpus racemosus, Alysicarpus parviflorus, Alysicarpus misquittae, Alysicarpus aurantiacus, Alysicarpus major, Alysicarpus muelleri, Alysicarpus schomburgkii, Alysicarpus suffruticosus, Alysicarpus ferrugineus, Alysicarpus pubescens, Alysicarpus ovalifolius, Alysicarpus yunnanensis, Alysicarpus pokleanus, Alysicarpus sanjappae, Alysicarpus gautalensis, Alysicarpus bhuibavadensis,

Species in the Fabaceae family