Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tetragonolobus
ID:
205254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Edgew.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal21: 169 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204583

Common Names

  • Alysicarpus tetragonolobus
  • Tetragonolobus Vetch
  • Tetragonolobus Alysicarpus

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Synonyms

  • Fabricia tetragonoloba (Edgew.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Alysicarpus tetragonolobus (also called Four-angled 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 tetragonolobus is used as a fodder for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alysicarpus tetragonolobus var. pashanensis S.M.Almeida & M.R.Almeida
Alysicarpus tetragonolobus var. tetragonolobus
Alysicarpus tetragonolobus var. micranthus Dalavi, Mane & S.R.Yadav
Alysicarpus tetragonolobus var. falcatus Dalavi, Bramhad., Pooja Mane & S.R.Yadav

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alysicarpus tetragonolobus 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 tetragonolobus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The shrub prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Alysicarpus tetragonolobus

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

Alysicarpus tetragonolobus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus tetragonolobus?

Alysicarpus tetragonolobus

What is the common name of Alysicarpus tetragonolobus?

Four-angled Alysicarpus

What is the natural habitat of Alysicarpus tetragonolobus?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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