Cajanus albicans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wight & Arn.) Maesen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap.85(4): 55 (1985 publ. 1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186035
Common Names
- White Cajanus
- Cajanus Albinans
- Pigeon Pea
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- Atylosia albicans (Wight & Arn.) Benth. [valid]
- Cajanus wightii Wight & Arn. [unknown]
- Cantharospermum albicans Wight & Arn. [valid]
- Cajanus wightianus Graham [invalid]
Description
Cajanus albicans (also called White Pigeon Pea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has a woody stem, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cajanus albicans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cajanus albicans has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cajanus albicans is a perennial legume that is native to India. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.
Where to Find Cajanus albicans
Cajanus albicans is native to India and can be found in parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Cajanus albicans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cajanus albicans?
Cajanus albicans
What is the common name of Cajanus albicans?
White pigeon pea
What is the family of Cajanus albicans?
Fabaceae
Species in the Cajanus genus
Cajanus cajan, Cajanus kerstingii, Cajanus scarabaeoides, Cajanus albicans, Cajanus viscidus, Cajanus crassicaulis, Cajanus aromaticus, Cajanus mareebensis, Cajanus marmoratus, Cajanus cinereus, Cajanus latisepalus, Cajanus lanceolatus, Cajanus confertiflorus, Cajanus acutifolius, Cajanus lanuginosus, Cajanus pubescens, Cajanus reticulatus, Cajanus niveus, Cajanus goensis, Cajanus crassus, Cajanus mollis, Cajanus grandiflorus, Cajanus elongatus, Cajanus heynei, Cajanus cajan, Cajanus cajanifolius, Cajanus lineatus, Cajanus platycarpus, Cajanus rugosus, Cajanus sericeus, Cajanus trinervius, Cajanus villosus, Cajanus volubilis, Cajanus geminatus, Cajanus hirtopilosus, Cajanus scarabaeoides, Cajanus scarabaeoides, Cajanus scarabaeoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cajanus albicans (Wight & Arn.) Maesen: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.