Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
204506

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lace

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1914: 152 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203835

Common Names

  • Dunbaria
  • Gracilipes
  • Graceful Dunbaria

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Synonyms

  • Dunbaria maymyoensis P.Satyanar. & Thoth. [valid]

Description

Dunbaria gracilipes (also called Graceful Dunbaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India and Southeast Asia. It has trifoliate leaves and small, pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dunbaria gracilipes is used as a medicinal plant and as a forage crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dunbaria gracilipes has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by short, thin, brown seed pods. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite pairs of leaflets, which are dark green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dunbaria gracilipes is a perennial climber that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dunbaria gracilipes

Dunbaria gracilipes can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Dunbaria gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dunbaria gracilipes?

Dunbaria gracilipes

What is the common name of Dunbaria gracilipes?

Gracilipes Dunbaria

Where is Dunbaria gracilipes native to?

India

Species in the Fabaceae family