Macrotyloma bieense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bieense
ID:
182464
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Torre) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 404 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181793
Common Names
- Bien's Macrotyloma
- Bien's Horsegram
- Bien's Horse-gram
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Dolichos bieensis Torre [valid]
Description
Macrotyloma bieense (also called Bie's horse-bean, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is found in Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Uses & Benefits
Macrotyloma bieense is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil conditioner, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macrotyloma bieense is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and two true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrotyloma bieense is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant legume that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be propagated by direct sowing or by cuttings.
Where to Find Macrotyloma bieense
Macrotyloma bieense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Macrotyloma bieense FAQ
What type of plant is Macrotyloma bieense?
Macrotyloma bieense is a species of legume
Where does Macrotyloma bieense grow?
Macrotyloma bieense is native to India
What is the scientific name of Macrotyloma bieense?
The scientific name of Macrotyloma bieense is Macrotyloma bieense
Species in the Macrotyloma genus
Macrotyloma africanum, Macrotyloma axillare, Macrotyloma bieense, Macrotyloma biflorum, Macrotyloma brevicaule, Macrotyloma coddii, Macrotyloma daltonii, Macrotyloma decipiens, Macrotyloma densiflorum, Macrotyloma dewildemanianum, Macrotyloma ellipticum, Macrotyloma fimbriatum, Macrotyloma geocarpum, Macrotyloma hockii, Macrotyloma maranguense, Macrotyloma oliganthum, Macrotyloma prostratum, Macrotyloma rupestre, Macrotyloma schweinfurthii, Macrotyloma stenophyllum, Macrotyloma stipulosum, Macrotyloma tenuiflorum, Macrotyloma uniflorum, Macrotyloma ciliatum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Antonio Rocha da Torre (1904-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torre' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Macrotyloma bieense (Torre) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.