Status:
valid
Authors:
Tindale
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Brunonia7: 207 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187285
Common Names
- Cyrtolobium Bean
- Glycine Bean
- Glycine Cyrtoloba
Description
Glycine cyrtoloba (also called 'Cyrtoloba Wisteria', among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has a woody stem and leaves that are divided into three leaflets. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Glycine cyrtoloba is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glycine cyrtoloba has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, thin stem and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glycine cyrtoloba is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Glycine cyrtoloba
Glycine cyrtoloba is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet areas.
Glycine cyrtoloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glycine cyrtoloba?
Glycine cyrtoloba
What is the common name of Glycine cyrtoloba?
Curved glycine
What is the natural habitat of Glycine cyrtoloba?
Dry deciduous forests
Species in the Glycine genus
Species in the Fabaceae family