Cajanus goensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalzell
Source:
ildis
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc.2: 264 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198063
Common Names
- Cajanus goensis
- Goen Cajanus
- Goen Bean
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- Dolichos barbatus Wall. [invalid]
- Atylosia goensis (Dalzell) Dalzell [valid]
- Dunbaria barbata Benth. [valid]
- Atylosia barbata (Benth.) Baker [valid]
- Atylosia babarta (Benth.) Baker [unknown]
- Atylosia siamensis Craib [valid]
- Cantharospermum barbatum (Benth.) Koord. ex Keuchenius [valid]
- Dunbaria stipulata Thuan [valid]
- Dunbaria thorelii Gagnep., p.p. [deprecated]
- Endomallus pellitus Gagnep. [valid]
- Endomallus spirei Gagnep. [valid]
- Atylosia calycina (Miq.) Kurz [valid]
- Dunbaria calycina Miq. [valid]
- Rhynchosia vestita Wall. [invalid]
- Dolichos ornatus Wall. [invalid]
Description
Cajanus goensis (also called Goan 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 goensis is used as a cover crop and forage crop in agricultural fields.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cajanus goensis 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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Cajanus goensis 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 goensis
Cajanus goensis is native to tropical regions of India and can be found in moist, well-drained soils.
Cajanus goensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cajanus goensis?
Cajanus goensis
What are the common names of Cajanus goensis?
Goa Bean, Winged Bean
Where does Cajanus goensis grow?
It is native to tropical Asia and Africa
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
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cajanus goensis Dalzell: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.