Status:
valid
Authors:
Schindl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 426 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197765
Common Names
- Campylotropis fulva
- Fulvous Campylotropis
- Yellowish Campylotropis
Synonyms
- Lespedeza fulva (Schindl.) H.Lév. [deprecated]
- Lespedeza fulva (Schindl.) H.Lév. [unknown]
Description
Campylotropis fulva (also called Brown 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 fulva is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fodder for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylotropis fulva has small, yellow flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylotropis fulva 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 fulva
Campylotropis fulva is native to China.
Campylotropis fulva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylotropis fulva?
Campylotropis fulva
What is the common name of Campylotropis fulva?
Yellow campylotropis
What is the family of Campylotropis fulva?
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