Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
macrostyla
ID:
205280

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Lindl. ex Miq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 230 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204609

Common Names

  • Campylotropis macrostyla
  • Macrostyla Campylotropis
  • Macrostyla Velvetpod

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria macrostyla D.Don [valid]
  • Lespedeza macrostyla (D.Don) Baker ex Maxim. [valid]
  • Campylotropis nepalensis Ricker [valid]
  • Oxyramphis sericea Graham [invalid]
  • Lespedeza sericea (Graham) Benth. [invalid]
  • Oxyramphis macrostyla (D.Don) Wall. ex Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Campylotropis macrostyla (also called Large-styled campylotropis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It has oblong leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Campylotropis macrostyla is used as a fodder for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylotropis macrostyla has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylotropis macrostyla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The shrub prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Campylotropis macrostyla

Campylotropis macrostyla is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests in the Eastern Himalayas region.

Campylotropis macrostyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylotropis macrostyla?

Campylotropis macrostyla

What is the common name of Campylotropis macrostyla?

Macrostyled Campylotropis

What is the natural habitat of Campylotropis macrostyla?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.