Dolichos filifoliolus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 426 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179612
Common Names
- Filifoliolus Lablab
- Filifoliolus Dolichos
- Dolichos Filifoliolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dolichos filifoliolus (also called Filifoliolus, 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 filifoliolus is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of firewood, and as a source of fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dolichos filifoliolus 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dolichos filifoliolus 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 filifoliolus
Dolichos filifoliolus is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Dolichos filifoliolus FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Dolichos filifoliolus
What is the common name of this plant?
Thread-leaved 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
References
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dolichos filifoliolus Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.