Dolichos fragrans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kerr
Source:
ildis
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1941: 9 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200420
Common Names
- Dolichos fragrans
- Fragrant Dolichos
- Fragrant Velvet Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dolichos fragrans (also called Fragrant Horse-Gram, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichos fragrans is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fuelwood, and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dolichos fragrans has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dolichos fragrans is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which can take up to two weeks. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Dolichos fragrans
Dolichos fragrans can be found in India.
Dolichos fragrans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dolichos fragrans?
Dolichos fragrans
What is the common name of Dolichos fragrans?
Fragrant Dolichos
What is the natural habitat of Dolichos fragrans?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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
Arthur Francis George Kerr (1877-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kerr' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dolichos fragrans Kerr: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.