Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
183463

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Baker) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 296 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182792

Common Names

  • Holosericea Nesphostylis
  • Holosericea Climbing Bean
  • Holosericea Velvetbean

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Synonyms

  • Sphenostylis holosericea (Welw. ex Baker) Harms [valid]
  • Sphenostylis kerstingii Harms [valid]
  • Sphenostylis calantha Harms [valid]
  • Vigna hastifolia Baker [valid]
  • Vigna holosericea Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Sphenostylis holosericea hastifolia (Baker) Baker f. [valid]

Description

Nesphostylis holosericea (also called 'Silky Nesphostylis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in open woodlands and savannas. It is a small shrub with small, white flowers and long, silky leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Nesphostylis holosericea is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nesphostylis holosericea is a yellowish-orange pea-like flower with a short calyx and a long corolla. The seed is a small, flattened, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nesphostylis holosericea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Nesphostylis holosericea

Nesphostylis holosericea can be found in the south-central United States, primarily in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Nesphostylis holosericea FAQ

What is the common name of Nesphostylis holosericea?

Hairy Snoutbean

What is the growth habit of Nesphostylis holosericea?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending habit.

What is the native range of Nesphostylis holosericea?

It is native to tropical Africa.

Species in the Nesphostylis genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.