Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
capillipes
ID:
198434

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Schindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 341 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197763

Common Names

  • Campylotropis capillipes
  • Hairy-footed Campylotropis
  • Capillary Campylotropis

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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza capillipes Franch. [valid]

Description

Campylotropis capillipes (also called Hairy-stemmed Campylotropis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Campylotropis capillipes is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fodder for animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Campylotropis capillipes sub. prainii (Collett & Hemsl.) Iokawa & H.Ohashi
Campylotropis capillipes sub. capillipes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylotropis capillipes has small, yellow flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylotropis capillipes is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Campylotropis capillipes

Campylotropis capillipes is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Campylotropis capillipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylotropis capillipes?

Campylotropis capillipes

What is the common name of Campylotropis capillipes?

Capillary-stalked campylotropis

What is the family of Campylotropis capillipes?

Fabaceae

Species in the Campylotropis genus

Campylotropis macrocarpa, Campylotropis hirtella, Campylotropis harmsii, Campylotropis capillipes, Campylotropis fulva, Campylotropis delavayi, Campylotropis diversifolia, Campylotropis henryi, Campylotropis trigonoclada, Campylotropis brevifolia, Campylotropis wenshaaica, Campylotropis tenuiramea, Campylotropis howellii, Campylotropis bonii, Campylotropis polyantha, Campylotropis sargentiana, Campylotropis argentea, Campylotropis parviflora, Campylotropis latifolia, Campylotropis pinetorum, Campylotropis sulcata, Campylotropis wilsonii, Campylotropis yunnanensis, Campylotropis decora, Campylotropis griffithii, Campylotropis luhitensis, Campylotropis macrostyla, Campylotropis falconeri, Campylotropis speciosa, Campylotropis stenocarpa, Campylotropis thomsonii, Campylotropis alba, Campylotropis alopochloa, Campylotropis burmanica, Campylotropis cytisoides, Campylotropis grandifolia, Campylotropis pauciflora, Campylotropis teretiracemosa, Campylotropis alopochroa, Campylotropis albopubescens, Campylotropis microphylla, Campylotropis luquanensis,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.