Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
heterophyllus
ID:
205210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Jafri & Ali

Source:
ildis

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Biologia (Lahore)12: 33 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204539

Common Names

  • Alysicarpus heterophyllus
  • Alysicarpus
  • Heterophyllus

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Synonyms

  • Alysicarpus vaginalis heterophyllus Baker [valid]

Description

Alysicarpus heterophyllus (also called Variable-leaved Alysicarpus, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a slender stem and small, ovate leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small, round, and black. It prefers dry, open habitats and is often found in grasslands and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Alysicarpus heterophyllus is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of essential oils. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alysicarpus heterophyllus has small white flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The flowers have five petals and are tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysicarpus heterophyllus is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is an evergreen shrub growing to a height of 1–2 m. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny position and watered regularly.

Where to Find Alysicarpus heterophyllus

Alysikarpus heterophyllus can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Alysicarpus heterophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus heterophyllus?

Alysicarpus heterophyllus

What is the common name of Alysicarpus heterophyllus?

Goat's Rue

What is the natural habitat of Alysicarpus heterophyllus?

Dry deciduous forests

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

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Syed Irtifaq Ali (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ali' in the authors string.
Saiyad Masudal Hasan Jafri (1927-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jafri' in the authors string.