Rhynchosia chapmanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chapmanii
ID:
406484
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.55: 140 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405816
Common Names
- Chapmanii Rhynchosia
- Rhynchosia Chapmanii
- Chapmanii Rhynchosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchosia chapmanii (also called Chapman’s Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland, bushveld, and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia chapmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia chapmanii has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Rhynchosia chapmanii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer. It is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Rhynchosia chapmanii
Rhynchosia chapmanii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Rhynchosia chapmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia chapmanii?
Rhynchosia chapmanii
What is the growth habit of Rhynchosia chapmanii?
It is an annual herb with a sprawling habit.
What is the flowering period of Rhynchosia chapmanii?
It flowers from April to July.
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
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1013784-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Rhynchosia chapmanii Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.