Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guill. & Perr.) Baker
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 230 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181320
Common Names
- Flemingia faginea
- Faginea Flemingia
- Flemingia Faginea
Synonyms
- Moghania faginea (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Maughania faginea (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [valid]
- Rhynchosia faginea Guill. & Perr. [valid]
Description
Flemingia faginea (also called Fag-leaf flemingia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, typically found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of up to 30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Flemingia faginea is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Flemingia faginea is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Flemingia faginea is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Flemingia faginea
Flemingia faginea is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
Flemingia faginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Flemingia faginea?
Flemingia faginea
What is the common name of Flemingia faginea?
Fagaceous Flemingia
What is the family of Flemingia faginea?
Fabaceae
Species in the Flemingia genus
Flemingia faginea,
Flemingia grahamiana,
Flemingia pauciflora,
Flemingia parviflora,
Flemingia trifoliastrum,
Flemingia prostrata,
Flemingia chappar,
Flemingia lineata,
Flemingia macrophylla,
Flemingia wallichii,
Flemingia semialata,
Flemingia paniculata,
Flemingia latifolia,
Flemingia mengpengensis,
Flemingia yunnanensis,
Flemingia kweichowensis,
Flemingia procumbens,
Flemingia vestita,
Flemingia ferruginea,
Flemingia kerrii,
Flemingia sootepensis,
Flemingia tiliacea,
Flemingia bhutanica,
Flemingia gracilis,
Flemingia lacei,
Flemingia nilgheriensis,
Flemingia angustifolia,
Flemingia nana,
Flemingia praecox,
Flemingia rollae,
Flemingia tuberosa,
Flemingia wightiana,
Flemingia wightiana,
Flemingia ferruginea,
Flemingia cumingiana,
Flemingia teysmanniana,
Flemingia horsfieldii,
Flemingia javanica,
Flemingia trifoliata,
Flemingia strobilifera,
Flemingia lineata,
Flemingia nana,
Flemingia semialata,
Flemingia stricta,
Flemingia fluminalis,
Flemingia langbiangensis,
Flemingia mukerjeeana,
Flemingia sirindhorniae,
Flemingia weii,
Flemingia angusta,
Species in the Fabaceae family