Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudocomplanatus
ID:
180655

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles24: 427 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179984

Common Names

  • Dolichos pseudocomplanatus
  • Pseudocomplanatus Dolichos
  • Pseudocomplanatus Bean

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Description

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus (also called 'false complanatus dolichos', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, trifoliate leaves. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus is used as a medicinal plant, as a green manure crop, and as a fodder crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus has small white flowers with five petals and a long calyx. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Dolichos pseudocomplanatus

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichos pseudocomplanatus?

Dolichos pseudocomplanatus

What is the common name of Dolichos pseudocomplanatus?

Pseudocomplanatus Dolichos

What is the range of Dolichos pseudocomplanatus?

It is found in South Africa.

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