Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptostachyus
ID:
177311

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 72 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176640

Common Names

  • Leptostachyus Bean
  • Leptostachyus Phaseolus
  • Leptostachyus Vetchling

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Synonyms

  • Phaseolus anisotrichos Schltdl. [valid]
  • Phaseolus fulvus Brandegee [valid]
  • Phaseolus opacus Piper [valid]
  • Phaseolus intonsus Piper [valid]
  • Phaseolus leptostachyus albus Freytag [valid]
  • Phaseolus leptostachyus purpureus Freytag [unknown]
  • Phaseolus leptostachyus intonsus (Piper) Freytag [unknown]
  • Phaseolus leptostachyus nanus Freytag [unknown]
  • Phaseolus leptostachyus lobatifolius Freytag [unknown]
  • Phaseolus leptostachyus pinnatifolius Freytag [unknown]

Description

Phaseolus leptostachyus (also called Slim-stalked Bean, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It grows in open fields and along roadsides, usually in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Phaseolus leptostachyus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and for its nitrogen-fixing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phaseolus leptostachyus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small, dark brown and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaseolus leptostachyus is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a nursery bed in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted to the field when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Phaseolus leptostachyus

Phaseolus leptostachyus can be found in Central and South America.

Phaseolus leptostachyus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus leptostachyus?

Phaseolus leptostachyus

What is the common name of Phaseolus leptostachyus?

Slender-spiked Phaseolus

What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus leptostachyus?

Tropical forests

Species in the Phaseolus genus

Phaseolus amblyosepalus, Phaseolus glabellus, Phaseolus oaxacanus, Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides, Phaseolus parvulus, Phaseolus sonorensis, Phaseolus tuerckheimii, Phaseolus xanthotrichus, Phaseolus maculatus, Phaseolus acutifolius, Phaseolus angustissimus, Phaseolus filiformis, Phaseolus micranthus, Phaseolus microcarpus, Phaseolus pedicellatus, Phaseolus polymorphus, Phaseolus polystachios, Phaseolus nelsonii, Phaseolus vulcanicus, Phaseolus leptostachyus, Phaseolus sinuatus, Phaseolus coccineus, Phaseolus lunatus, Phaseolus massaiensis, Phaseolus vulgaris, Phaseolus plagiocylix, Phaseolus augustii, Phaseolus viridis, Phaseolus rosei, Phaseolus oligospermus, Phaseolus carterae, Phaseolus lignosus, Phaseolus texensis, Phaseolus hygrophilus, Phaseolus amabilis, Phaseolus atomifer, Phaseolus chiapasanus, Phaseolus esperanzae, Phaseolus harmsianus, Phaseolus jaliscanus, Phaseolus macrolepis, Phaseolus neglectus, Phaseolus ovatifolius, Phaseolus pulchellus, Phaseolus salicifolius, Phaseolus tenellus, Phaseolus venosus, Phaseolus dumosus, Phaseolus leptophyllus, Phaseolus mollis,

Species in the Fabaceae family