Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carnea
ID:
198619

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India [J. D. Hooker] 2(4): 188. 1876 [May 1876]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197948

Common Names

  • Apios carnea
  • Pink Apios
  • Pink Groundnut

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Description

Apios carnea (also called Flesh-colored Apios, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5m. It is native to China and Japan and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Apios carnea is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Apios carnea is a white, pea-like flower. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apios carnea is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Apios carnea

Apios carnea is native to parts of China and Taiwan. It is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Apios carnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apios carnea?

Apios carnea

What is the common name of Apios carnea?

Pink Groundnut

What is the family of Apios carnea?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:474879-1: Based on the initial data import