Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinuatus
ID:
178156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
J.Torrey & A.Gray, Fl. N. Amer.1: 279 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177485

Common Names

  • Phaseolus sinuatus
  • Mimosa sinuatus
  • Mimosa pudica

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Description

Phaseolus sinuatus (also called Sinuate-leaved Bean, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is native to the Americas and is found in moist, open habitats such as prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Phaseolus sinuatus is used in traditional medicine for treating diabetes, hypertension, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phaseolus sinuatus has small, white, five-petaled flowers that have a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaseolus sinuatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropics. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist. It can also be propagated from cuttings or by division of the root system.

Where to Find Phaseolus sinuatus

Phaseolus sinuatus is native to Central and South America. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Phaseolus sinuatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus sinuatus?

Phaseolus sinuatus

What is the common name of Phaseolus sinuatus?

Sinuate Phaseolus

What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus sinuatus?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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

References

IPNI record: 192577-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001425434
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192577-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Phaseolus sinuatus Nutt.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.