Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
longifolius
ID:
186754

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rottler ex Spreng.) Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 233 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186083

Common Names

  • Alysikarpus longifolius
  • Long-leaved Alysikarpus
  • Long-leaved Alysicarpus

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum longifolium Rottler ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Alysicarpus longifolius longifolius [unknown]
  • Alysicarpus spicatus Royle ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Hallia salicifolia J.St.-Hil. [valid]
  • Fabricia longifolia (Wight & Arn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Alysicarpus longifolius pygmaeus Pokle [valid]
  • Alysicarpus longifolius major Pokle [valid]
  • Alysicarpus vaginalis Wall. [deprecated]
  • Hedysarum bracteatum Baker [illegitimate]

Description

Alysikarpus longifolius (also called Long-leaved Alysikarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It grows in moist meadows, along stream banks, and in other wet areas. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Alysikarpus longifolius is used for erosion control and as a windbreak. It is also used for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alysicarpus longifolius is a yellow pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysikarpus longifolius is a perennial legume that is native to Africa. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Alysicarpus longifolius

Alysicarpus longifolius is native to India and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the US.

Alysicarpus longifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus longifolius?

Alysikarpus longifolius

What is the common name of Alysicarpus longifolius?

Long-Leaf Pea

What is the family of Alysicarpus longifolius?

Fabaceae

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

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Johan Peter Rottler (1749-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rottler' in the authors string.