Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
164700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 7: 167 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164029

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia arenicola
  • Sandy Rhynchosia
  • Sandy-leaf Rhynchosia

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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia arenicola major Hassl. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia arenicola (also called Sand Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia arenicola has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seedpod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia arenicola is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Rhynchosia arenicola

Rhynchosia arenicola is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Rhynchosia arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia arenicola?

Rhynchosia arenicola

What is the common name of Rhynchosia arenicola?

Sand Rhynchosia

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia arenicola?

Dry, sandy areas in Mexico

Species in the Rhynchosia genus

Rhynchosia arenicola, Rhynchosia balansae, Rhynchosia caaguazuensis, Rhynchosia calycosa, Rhynchosia cinerea, Rhynchosia cytisoides, Rhynchosia discolor, Rhynchosia edulis, Rhynchosia lateritia, Rhynchosia latifolia, Rhynchosia longeracemosa, Rhynchosia macrocarpa, Rhynchosia mantaroensis, Rhynchosia michauxii, Rhynchosia nipensis, Rhynchosia pallida, Rhynchosia parvifolia, Rhynchosia potosina, Rhynchosia pringlei, Rhynchosia prostrata, Rhynchosia quercetorum, Rhynchosia rojasii, Rhynchosia schomburgkii, Rhynchosia stenophylla, Rhynchosia swartzii, Rhynchosia tarphantha, Rhynchosia hauthalii, Rhynchosia claussenii, Rhynchosia corylifolia, Rhynchosia erythrinoides, Rhynchosia leucophylla, Rhynchosia lineata, Rhynchosia phaseoloides, Rhynchosia platyphylla, Rhynchosia reniformis, Rhynchosia amabilis, Rhynchosia melanocarpa, Rhynchosia monticola, Rhynchosia naineckensis, Rhynchosia nelsonii, Rhynchosia tamaulipensis, Rhynchosia yucatanensis, Rhynchosia americana, Rhynchosia diversifolia, Rhynchosia precatoria, Rhynchosia difformis, Rhynchosia reticulata, Rhynchosia tomentosa, Rhynchosia emarginata, Rhynchosia megalocalyx,

Species in the Fabaceae family