Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1812
Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew., ed. 2 [W.T. Aiton] 4: 350. 1812
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203876
Common Names
- Flemingia
- Nana
- Dwarf Flemingia
Description
Flemingia nana (also called dwarf flemingia, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub, growing up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Flemingia nana is used as a fodder crop and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a green manure crop and for controlling soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Flemingia nana are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Flemingia nana is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and frost-tolerant legume. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in full sun. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged.
Where to Find Flemingia nana
Flemingia nana is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.
Flemingia nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Flemingia nana?
Flemingia nana
What is the common name of Flemingia nana?
Dwarf Bean
What is the natural habitat of Flemingia nana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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