Colutea nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sims
Source:
ildis
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag.53: t. 2622 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188875
Common Names
- Nepal Bladder-senna
- Nepal Bladder-senna Bush
- Nepal Bladder-senna Shrub
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- Colutea arborescens nepalensis (Sims) Baker [valid]
- Colutea kunawarensis Lipsky [valid]
Description
Colutea nepalensis (also called Nepalese bladder-senna, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayan region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Colutea nepalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make a yellow dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Colutea nepalensis is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Colutea nepalensis is a deciduous shrub native to Nepal. It is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant yellow flowers. The plant can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil.
Where to Find Colutea nepalensis
Colutea nepalensis is native to Nepal and can be found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in scrub and grassland.
Colutea nepalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colutea nepalensis?
Colutea nepalensis
What is the natural habitat of Colutea nepalensis?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Colutea nepalensis?
Late spring to early summer
Species in the Colutea genus
Colutea cilicica, Colutea persica, Colutea afghanica, Colutea gifana, Colutea gracilis, Colutea paulsenii, Colutea porphyrogramma, Colutea uniflora, Colutea nepalensis, Colutea komarovii, Colutea triphylla, Colutea brevialata, Colutea delavayi, Colutea armata, Colutea multiflora, Colutea acutifolia, Colutea armena, Colutea atabaevii, Colutea brachyptera, Colutea buhsei, Colutea jarmolenkoi, Colutea abyssinica, Colutea atlantica, Colutea arborescens, Colutea orientalis, Colutea insularis, Colutea jamnolenkoi, Colutea variabilis, Colutea atabajevi, Colutea istria, Colutea melanocalyx,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Sims (1749-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sims' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Colutea nepalensis Sims: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.