Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.T.Wei & S.K.Lee
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Guihaia5: 167 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198115
Common Names
- Flemingia
- Mengpeng Flemingia
- Mengpengensis Flemingia
Description
Flemingia mengpengensis (also called 'Mengpeng Flemingia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China. It prefers dry, open habitats, such as dry deciduous forests, scrub forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Flemingia mengpengensis is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flemingia mengpengensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in an alternate pattern.
Cultivation and Propagation
Flemingia mengpengensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they are established.
Where to Find Flemingia mengpengensis
Flemingia mengpengensis is found in China.
Flemingia mengpengensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Flemingia mengpengensis?
Flemingia mengpengensis
What is the common name of Flemingia mengpengensis?
Mengpengensis
What is the family of Flemingia mengpengensis?
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