Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassus
ID:
198741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prain ex King) Maesen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap.85(4): 105 (1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198070

Common Names

  • Cajanus crassus
  • Thick Cajanus
  • Thick Bean

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Synonyms

  • Atylosia crassa King [unknown]
  • Cantharospermum volubilis (Blanco) Merr. [unknown]
  • Atylosia mollis Benth., p.p.A [deprecated]
  • Atylosia crassa Prain [valid]

Description

Cajanus crassus (also called Thick Cajanus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m. The leaves are trifoliate and have a hairy texture. The flowers are white and grow in racemes. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cajanus crassus is used as a cover crop and forage crop in agricultural fields.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cajanus crassus var. burmanicus (Collett & Hemsl.) Maesen
Cajanus crassus var. crassus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cajanus crassus has yellow flowers with a short corolla tube and a five-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cajanus crassus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Cajanus crassus

Cajanus crassus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Cajanus crassus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cajanus crassus?

Cajanus crassus

What is the common name of Cajanus crassus?

Crassus

What is the family of Cajanus crassus?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.