Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 269 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188074
Common Names
- Flemingia
- Small-flowered Flemingia
- Flemingia Pod
Synonyms
- Flemingia schultzii (F.Muell.) Maconochie [unknown]
- Moghania parviflora (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Maughania parviflora (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Maughania racemosa (Domin) H.L.Li [valid]
- Psoralea luteosa Ewart & Morrison [unknown]
- Psoralea schultzii F.Muell. [unknown]
- Flemingia racemosa Domin [valid]
Description
Flemingia parviflora (also called Parviflora flemingia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m in height with trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Flemingia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are edible and used as a vegetable in some parts of the world.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Flemingia parviflora are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Flemingia parviflora is a perennial shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in the late spring or early summer and place them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Flemingia parviflora
Flemingia parviflora is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Flemingia parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Flemingia parviflora?
Flemingia parviflora
What is the common name of Flemingia parviflora?
Small-flowered Flemingia
What is the family of Flemingia parviflora?
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