Cajanus niveus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Maesen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap.85(4): 157 (1985 publ. 1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198060
Common Names
- Cajanus niveus
- Snowy Cajanus
- Snowy Bean
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- Atylosia nivea Benth. [valid]
- Cantharospermum niveum (Benth.) Raizada [valid]
Description
Cajanus niveus (also called White 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 niveus is used as a cover crop and forage crop in agricultural fields.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cajanus niveus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cajanus niveus 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 niveus
Cajanus niveus is native to tropical regions of India and can be found in moist, well-drained soils.
Cajanus niveus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cajanus niveus?
Cajanus niveus
What are the common names of Cajanus niveus?
White Pigeon Pea, Winged Bean
Where does Cajanus niveus 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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cajanus niveus (Benth.) Maesen: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.