Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rariflora
ID:
187378

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

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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.