Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.45: 315 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179562
Common Names
- Dinklage's Lablab
- Dinklage's Dolichos
- Dolichos Dinklagei
Synonyms
- Adenodolichos dinklagei (Harms) Roberty [valid]
- Tephrosia subalpina A.Chev. [valid]
Description
Dolichos dinklagei (also called Dinklagei, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It is found in temperate grasslands, temperate shrublands, and Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichos dinklagei is used as an ornamental plant and has a variety of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dolichos dinklagei are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are tall and have a single stem with leaves that are oval-shaped and have serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dolichos dinklagei is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer. The plant can be divided in spring.
Where to Find Dolichos dinklagei
Dolichos dinklagei is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Dolichos dinklagei FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Dolichos dinklagei
What is the common name of this plant?
Dinklage's horse-eye bean
What type of plant is this?
Perennial legume
Species in the Dolichos genus
Dolichos aciphyllus,
Dolichos angustissimus,
Dolichos antunesii,
Dolichos argyros,
Dolichos axilliflorus,
Dolichos bianoensis,
Dolichos cardiophyllus,
Dolichos complanatus,
Dolichos compressus,
Dolichos corymbosus,
Dolichos decumbens,
Dolichos dinklagei,
Dolichos dongaluta,
Dolichos elatus,
Dolichos falciformis,
Dolichos filifoliolus,
Dolichos glabratus,
Dolichos glabrescens,
Dolichos grandistipulatus,
Dolichos gululu,
Dolichos hastiformis,
Dolichos hastaeformis,
Dolichos homblei,
Dolichos ichthyophone,
Dolichos junodii,
Dolichos karaviaensis,
Dolichos katali,
Dolichos kilimandscharicus,
Dolichos linearifolius,
Dolichos linearis,
Dolichos longipes,
Dolichos lualabensis,
Dolichos luticola,
Dolichos magnificus,
Dolichos mendoncae,
Dolichos nimbaensis,
Dolichos oliveri,
Dolichos peglerae,
Dolichos petiolatus,
Dolichos pratensis,
Dolichos pseudocajanus,
Dolichos pseudocomplanatus,
Dolichos quarrei,
Dolichos reptans,
Dolichos schweinfurthii,
Dolichos sericeus,
Dolichos sericophyllus,
Dolichos serpens,
Dolichos simplicifolius,
Dolichos splendens,
Species in the Fabaceae family