Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sulcata
ID:
198524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.54: 65 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197853

Common Names

  • Campylotropis sulcata
  • Sulcate Campylotropis
  • Sulcate False-indigo

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Synonyms

  • Campylotropis rockii Schindl. [valid]
  • Campylotropis purpurascens Ricker [valid]
  • Lespedeza sulcata (Schindl.) Craib [valid]

Description

Campylotropis sulcata (also called Sulcate tick-trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a woody stem and trifoliate leaves with yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Campylotropis sulcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylotropis sulcata has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylotropis sulcata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Campylotropis sulcata

Campylotropis sulcata is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, open woods, fields, and along roadsides.

Campylotropis sulcata FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Campylotropis sulcata?

Campylotropis sulcata prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Campylotropis sulcata?

Campylotropis sulcata typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet.

What is the average lifespan of Campylotropis sulcata?

Campylotropis sulcata typically lives for 2-3 years.

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