Cajanus cajan - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
(L.) Millsp.
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179103
Common Names
- Cajanus cajan
- Pigeon Pea
- Red Gram
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- Cajanus inodorum Medik. [unknown]
- Cajanus obcordifolius V.Singh [unknown]
- Phaseolus balicus L. [unknown]
- Cajan indorum Medik. [unknown]
- Cytisus guineensis Schum. & Thonn. [deprecated]
- Cajan cajan (L.) Millsp. [unknown]
- Cajan inodorum Medik. [unknown]
Description
Cajanus cajan (also called Pigeon Pea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa and Asia. It grows up to 8 meters tall and has compound leaves with 3-5 leaflets. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cajanus cajan is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cajanus cajan has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cajanus cajan is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Cajanus cajan
Cajanus cajan is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu.
Cajanus cajan FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cajanus cajan?
Cajanus cajan
What is the common name of Cajanus cajan?
Pigeon Pea
What is the natural habitat of Cajanus cajan?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Charles Frederick Millspaugh (1854-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Millsp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1152177-2: Based on the initial data import