Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
vaginalis
ID:
177586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 353 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176915

Common Names

  • Vaginalis Alysicarpus
  • Indian Carpet Weed
  • Hairy Alysicarpus

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Synonyms

  • Alysicarpus nummularifolius (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum vaginale L. [valid]
  • Alysicarpus nummularifolius angustatus Ohwi [unknown]
  • Alysicarpus nummularifolius sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Hedysarum cylindricum Lam. [unknown]
  • Alysicarpus scaber Spreng. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum vaginale (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Alysicarpus nummalarifolius sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Hallia vaginalis J.St.-Hil. [valid]

Description

Alysicarpus vaginalis (also called woolly pod, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It has four-angled pods and small yellow flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alysicarpus vaginalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used for erosion control and to improve soil fertility.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alysicarpus vaginalis var. venosa (Blatt. & Hallb.) Pramanik & Thoth.
Alysicarpus vaginalis var. taiwanianus S.S.Ying
Alysicarpus vaginalis var. vaginalis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alysicarpus vaginalis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysicarpus vaginalis is an annual herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be propagated by direct seeding or by cuttings.

Where to Find Alysicarpus vaginalis

Alysicarpus vaginalis is native to India and can be found in areas of Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.

Alysicarpus vaginalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus vaginalis?

Alysicarpus vaginalis

What is the common name of Alysicarpus vaginalis?

Alyce Clover

What is the family of Alysicarpus vaginalis?

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.