Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platycarpus
ID:
204441

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Maesen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap.85(4): 160 (1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203770

Common Names

  • Cajanus platycarpus
  • Platycarpus Pigeon Pea
  • Platycarpus Red Gram

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Synonyms

  • Atylosia geminiflora Dalzell [valid]
  • Atylosia platycarpa Benth. [valid]
  • Cantharospermum distans Royle ex Baker [valid]
  • Cantharospermum geminiflorum (Dalzell) Raizada [valid]
  • Cantharospermum platycarpum (Benth.) Raizada [valid]
  • Cantharospermum geminifolium (Dalzell) Raizada [unknown]

Description

Cajanus platycarpus (also called Cajanus platycarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India and is found in open grasslands and along roadsides. It has a woody stem and oblong leaves that are 5-15 cm long and 1-3 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Cajanus platycarpus is used as a food crop, as a medicinal plant, and as a forage crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cajanus platycarpus is a yellow, ball-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cajanus platycarpus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Cajanus platycarpus

Cajanus platycarpus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Cajanus platycarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cajanus platycarpus?

Cajanus platycarpus

What is the common name of Cajanus platycarpus?

Platycarpus Cajanus

What is the natural habitat of Cajanus platycarpus?

Tropical forests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand

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.