Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugosus
ID:
204447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight & Arn.) Maesen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap.85(4): 179 (1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203776

Common Names

  • Cajanus rugosus
  • Rugose Pigeon Pea
  • Rugose Red Gram

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Synonyms

  • Atylosia rugosa Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Cantharospermum rugosum (Wight & Arn.) Alston [valid]
  • Rhynchosia velutina Graham [invalid]

Description

Cajanus rugosus (also called Cajanus rugosus, 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 rugosus is used as a food crop, as a medicinal plant, and as a forage crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cajanus rugosus has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by short, thin, brown seed pods. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite pairs of leaflets, which are light green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cajanus rugosus 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 rugosus

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

Cajanus rugosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cajanus rugosus?

Cajanus rugosus

What is the common name of Cajanus rugosus?

Rugosus Cajanus

What is the natural habitat of Cajanus rugosus?

Tropical forests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Jos van der Maesen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maesen' in the authors string.