Rhynchosia brunnea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brunnea
ID:
186570
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Legum. Trop. Africa: 468 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185899
Common Names
- Rhynchosia Brunnea
- Brown Snoutbean
- Brown Velvet Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia brunnea (also called Brown Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia. It typically grows in open woodlands and grasslands, and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia brunnea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia brunnea has small yellow flowers with five petals and a dark centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia brunnea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rhynchosia brunnea
Rhynchosia brunnea is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist, open forests.
Rhynchosia brunnea FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia brunnea?
Rhynchosia brunnea is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist forests.
What is the average height of Rhynchosia brunnea?
Rhynchosia brunnea typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.
What are the uses of Rhynchosia brunnea?
Rhynchosia brunnea is used for its timber and as an ornamental plant.
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
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia brunnea Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.