Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart. ex Benth.) G.P.Lewis & Acev.-Rodr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot.98: 422 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186707
Common Names
- Deguelia
- Rariflora
- Rariflora Deguelia
Synonyms
- Derris rariflora (Mart. ex Benth.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
- Lonchocarpus rariflorus Mart. ex Benth. [valid]
Description
Deguelia rariflora (also called Rare-flowered Deguelia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Deguelia rariflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Deguelia rariflora has yellow flowers with five petals, each about 1 cm long. The seeds are brown, flat, and about 2 mm long. The seedlings are slender, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deguelia rariflora is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Deguelia rariflora
Deguelia rariflora is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and woodlands.
Deguelia rariflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deguelia rariflora?
Deguelia rariflora
What is the common name of Deguelia rariflora?
Rare-flowered Deguelia
What is the family of Deguelia rariflora?
Fabaceae
Species in the Deguelia genus
Deguelia amazonica,
Deguelia scandens,
Deguelia negrensis,
Deguelia rariflora,
Deguelia spruceana,
Deguelia densiflora,
Deguelia duckeana,
Deguelia glaucifolia,
Deguelia hatschbachii,
Deguelia utilis,
Deguelia occidentalis,
Deguelia costata,
Deguelia dasycalyx,
Deguelia decorticans,
Deguelia urucu,
Deguelia nitidula,
Deguelia angulata,
Deguelia rufescens,
Deguelia picta,
Deguelia martynii,
Deguelia chrysophylla,
Species in the Fabaceae family