Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
major
ID:
529816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya6: 111 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529148

Common Names

  • Alysicarpus major
  • Large Alysicarpus
  • Large Alysicarpus Grass

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Description

Alysicarpus major (also called Large alysicarpus, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has a sprawling habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a toothed margin, and are typically bright green in color. It is found in disturbed areas, along roadsides and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Alysicarpus major is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alysicarpus major has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysicarpus major is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and placed in a warm, sunny spot. Layering can be done in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Alysicarpus major

Alysicarpus major is native to India.

Alysicarpus major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus major?

Alysicarpus major

What is the common name of Alysicarpus major?

Large Hedgehog Grass

What is the habitat of Alysicarpus major?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

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