Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lutescens
ID:
178649

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) Schindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.64: 145 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177978

Common Names

  • Yellow-flowered Pea
  • Giant Pea
  • Giant Yellow Pea

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Synonyms

  • Pycnospora nervosa Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Hedysarum lutescens Poir. [valid]
  • Pycnospora hedysaroides Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Crotalaria tappenbeckiana K.Schum. & Lauterb. [valid]
  • Phyllodium lutescens (Poir.) Desv. [valid]
  • Crotalaria nervosa Graham [invalid]
  • Desmodium viride Vogel [valid]
  • Indigofera desmodioides Benth. [invalid]
  • Phaca trifoliata L. [valid]
  • Colutea trifoliata (L.) Poir. [valid]
  • Flemingia polysperma Moon [valid]
  • Desmodium lutescens (Poir.) DC. [valid]
  • Zornia lutescens (Poir.) Steud. [valid]
  • Meibomia lutescens (Poir.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Meibomia viridis (Vogel) Kuntze [valid]
  • Crotalaria nallamalayana Rasingam & J.Swamy [unknown]

Description

Pycnospora lutescens (also called Yellow Pycnospora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8m in height. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnospora lutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pycnospora lutescens has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnospora lutescens is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pycnospora lutescens

Pycnospora lutescens is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be found in areas with high humidity and temperatures, such as rainforests and swamps. It can also be found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Pycnospora lutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnospora lutescens?

Pycnospora lutescens

What is the common name of Pycnospora lutescens?

Lutescent Pycnospora

What is the family of Pycnospora lutescens?

Fabaceae

Species in the Pycnospora genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.