Phaseolus nelsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Marechal & al.
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175112
Common Names
- Phaseolus Nelsonii
- Nelsonii Phaseolus
- Nelsonii's Phaseolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaseolus nelsonii (also called Nelsonii phaseolus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching a height of up to 6 m. It is native to the coastal areas of South Africa and Namibia. It can be found in coastal dunes, sandy soils, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Phaseolus nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phaseolus nelsonii has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaseolus nelsonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Phaseolus nelsonii
Phaseolus nelsonii is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Phaseolus nelsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaseolus nelsonii?
Phaseolus nelsonii
What is the family of Phaseolus nelsonii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Phaseolus nelsonii?
Mimosa
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,