Cajanus hirtopilosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maesen
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.16: 220 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578646
Common Names
- Cajanus Hirtopilosus
- Hirtopilosus Air Plant
- Hirtopilosus Tillandsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cajanus hirtopilosus (also called Cajanus, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb with pinnate leaves and yellow or orange flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cajanus hirtopilosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions with medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cajanus hirtopilosus is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cajanus hirtopilosus is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Cajanus hirtopilosus
Cajanus hirtopilosus is native to India. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often on the sides of mountains.
Cajanus hirtopilosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cajanus hirtopilosus?
Cajanus hirtopilosus
What type of plant is Cajanus hirtopilosus?
Herbaceous plant
Where does Cajanus hirtopilosus grow?
Cajanus hirtopilosus grows in India
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
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20012632-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cajanus hirtopilosus Maesen: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.