Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tetragonum
ID:
204518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 427 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203847

Common Names

  • Dysolobium
  • Tetragonum
  • Four-angled Dysolobium

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Dysolobium tetragonum is used as a medicinal plant and as a forage crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dysolobium tetragonum flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, black and four-sided. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dysolobium tetragonum 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 Dysolobium tetragonum

Dysolobium tetragonum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Dysolobium tetragonum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dysolobium tetragonum?

Dysolobium tetragonum

What is the common name of Dysolobium tetragonum?

Four-angled Bean

What is the natural habitat of Dysolobium tetragonum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Fabaceae family