Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
suffruticosus
ID:
529832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya6: 114 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529164

Common Names

  • Alysicarpus suffruticosus
  • Shrubby Alysicarpus
  • Shrubby Alysicarpus Grass

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Description

Alysicarpus suffruticosus (also called Bushy Alyce Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alysicarpus suffruticosus 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 suffruticosus has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysicarpus suffruticosus is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Alysicarpus suffruticosus

Alysicarpus suffruticosus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

Alysicarpus suffruticosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus suffruticosus?

Alysicarpus suffruticosus

What is the common name of Alysicarpus suffruticosus?

Shrubby Hedgehog Grass

What is the habitat of Alysicarpus suffruticosus?

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