Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sanjappae
ID:
1321892

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Chavan, Sardesai & Pokle

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.68: 183 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334346


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Description

Alysicarpus sanjappae (also called 'Sanjappa's Alysicarpus', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has small, white flowers and grows best in shady, moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alysikarpus sanjappae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alysicarpus sanjappae is white with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysicarpus sanjappae is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Alysicarpus sanjappae

Alysikarpus sanjappae is native to India. It can be found in the wild in the mountains, and is also widely cultivated.

Alysicarpus sanjappae FAQ

What is the common name of Alysicarpus sanjappae?

Sanjappa's Alysicarpus

What is the natural habitat of Alysicarpus sanjappae?

It is found in dry grasslands in India

What is the flower color of Alysicarpus sanjappae?

The flowers are white

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

Dileep Sadashivrao Pokle (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pokle' in the authors string.
Milind Madhav Sardesai (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sardesai' in the authors string.
Shantanu Chavan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Chavan' in the authors string.