Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dubia
ID:
174726

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 264 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174055

Common Names

  • Coursetia dubia
  • Dubious Coursetia
  • Coursetia

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Synonyms

  • Sesbania dubia Kunth [valid]
  • Orobus pastoensis Spreng. [valid]

Description

Coursetia dubia (also called Doubtful coursetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to northern Argentina. It typically grows in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, swamps, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Coursetia dubia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil erosion control and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coursetia dubia has white or yellow flowers that are fragrant and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coursetia dubia is a small shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Coursetia dubia

Coursetia dubia is native to South America and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Coursetia dubia FAQ

What is the common name of Coursetia dubia?

Dubious coursetia

What is the origin of Coursetia dubia?

Tropical America

What is the growth rate of Coursetia dubia?

Fast

Species in the Coursetia genus

Coursetia guatemalensis, Coursetia hintonii, Coursetia axillaris, Coursetia brachyrhachis, Coursetia hassleri, Coursetia madrensis, Coursetia mollis, Coursetia planipetiolata, Coursetia polyphylla, Coursetia tumbezensis, Coursetia dubia, Coursetia glandulosa, Coursetia grandiflora, Coursetia rostrata, Coursetia vicioides, Coursetia ferruginea, Coursetia caribaea, Coursetia glabella, Coursetia pumila, Coursetia insomniifolia, Coursetia oaxacensis, Coursetia robinioides, Coursetia paniculata, Coursetia elliptica, Coursetia apantensis, Coursetia paucifoliolata, Coursetia maraniona, Coursetia cajamarcana, Coursetia hidalgoana, Coursetia barrancana, Coursetia gracilis, Coursetia intermontana, Coursetia andina, Coursetia fruticosa, Coursetia chiapensis, Coursetia brachyrrachis, Coursetia tumhezensis, Coursetia caatingicola, Coursetia greenmanii, Coursetia mollis, Coursetia grandiflora, Coursetia astragalina, Coursetia diversifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.