Nissolia platycarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 77 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174152
Common Names
- Broadfruit Nissolia
- Broad-fruited Nissolia
- Broad-fruit Nissolia
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- Nissolia dodgei Rose [valid]
Description
Nissolia platycarpa (also called Nissolia platycarpa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
Uses & Benefits
Nissolia platycarpa is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nissolia platycarpa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short calyx. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Nissolia platycarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Nissolia platycarpa
Nissolia platycarpa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua, Durango, and Sonora.
Nissolia platycarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nissolia platycarpa?
Nissolia platycarpa
What is the common name of Nissolia platycarpa?
Broad-fruited Nissolia
Where is Nissolia platycarpa found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Nissolia genus
Nissolia hintonii, Nissolia laxior, Nissolia leiogyne, Nissolia montana, Nissolia pringlei, Nissolia setosa, Nissolia chiapensis, Nissolia fruticosa, Nissolia platycalyx, Nissolia platycarpa, Nissolia schottii, Nissolia wislizeni, Nissolia microptera, Nissolia gentryi, Nissolia ruddiae, Nissolia longiloba, Nissolia tomentosa, Nissolia vincentina, Nissolia weberbaueri, Nissolia blanchetiana, Nissolia peruviana, Nissolia chacoensis, Nissolia klugii, Nissolia latisiliqua, Nissolia longiflora, Nissolia acutifolia, Nissolia brasiliensis, Nissolia nigricans, Nissolia bracteosa, Nissolia rondonensis, Nissolia subulata, Nissolia stipulata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Nissolia platycarpa Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.