Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorus
ID:
198751

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Baker) Maesen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap.85(4): 125 (1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198080

Common Names

  • Cajanus grandiflorus
  • Large-flowered Cajanus
  • Large-flowered Bean

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Synonyms

  • Atylosia grandiflora Benth. ex Baker [valid]
  • Pueraria seguinii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Pueraria seguini H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Dunbaria pulchra Benth. ex Baker [valid]
  • Pueraria seguinii H.Lév. & Vaniot [valid]

Description

Cajanus grandiflorus (also called Large-flowered 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 grandiflorus is used as a medicinal plant, as a food crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cajanus grandiflorus 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 grandiflorus 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 grandiflorus

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

Cajanus grandiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cajanus grandiflorus?

Cajanus grandiflorus

What is the common name of Cajanus grandiflorus?

Grandiflorus

What is the family of Cajanus grandiflorus?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.