Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
erosus
ID:
183790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.4: 311 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183119

Common Names

  • Yam Bean
  • Jicama
  • Pachyrhizus erosus

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Synonyms

  • Dolichos erosus L. [valid]
  • Dolichos articulatus Lam. [valid]
  • Dolichos bulbosus L. [illegitimate]
  • Taeniocarpum articulatum Desv. [valid]
  • Robynsia macrophylla M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Stizolobium bulbosum Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Stizolobium domingense Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Cacara erosa (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus angulatus Rich. ex DC. [illegitimate]
  • Pachyrhizus articulatus Duchass. ex Walp. [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus bulbosus (L.) Kurz [illegitimate]
  • Pachyrhizus erosus typicus R.T.Clausen [invalid]
  • Cacara bulbosa Thouars [unknown]
  • Dolichos palmatilobus DC. [valid]
  • Cacara palmatiloba (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus jicamas Blanco [valid]
  • Robynsia lobata M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus strigosus R.T.Clausen [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus palmatilobus (DC.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl. [valid]
  • Pachyrhizus erosus palmatilobus (DC.) R.T.Clausen [valid]
  • Dolichos trilobus Lour. [illegitimate]
  • Pachyrhizus trilobus DC. [valid]
  • Phaseolus tuberosus Lour. [valid]
  • Dolichos mammosus Noronha [invalid]
  • Pachyrhizus erosus erosus [unknown]
  • Cacara bulbosa Rumphius ex Du Petit-Thouars [unknown]
  • Pachyrhizus angulatus integrifolius Wawra [unknown]

Description

Pachyrhizus erosus (also called Erosus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically reaching a height of 2–4 m. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula. It is found in dry and moist forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pachyrhizus erosus is used as a medicinal plant, for soil stabilization, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pachyrhizus erosus is a yellow or white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a flat, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachyrhizus erosus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pachyrhizus erosus

Pachyrhizus erosus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry forests and woodlands.

Pachyrhizus erosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachyrhizus erosus?

Pachyrhizus erosus

What is the common name of Pachyrhizus erosus?

Jicama

Where is Pachyrhizus erosus found?

Pachyrhizus erosus is found in tropical America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:179936-2: Based on the initial data import