Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
fleckii
ID:
187032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich52: 428 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186361

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia fleckii
  • Fleckii Rhynchosia
  • Fleckii Slender Snoutbean

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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia confusa Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Rhynchosia oligantha Harms [valid]
  • Rhynchosia desertorum Harms [valid]
  • Rhynchosia nervosa pauciflora Harv. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia fleckii (also called Fleck's Snoutbean, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow flowers with a red center.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia fleckii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchosia fleckii is a small, white to pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves, and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia fleckii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Rhynchosia fleckii

Rhynchosia fleckii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Rhynchosia fleckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia fleckii?

Rhynchosia fleckii

What is the common name of Rhynchosia fleckii?

Fleck Snoutbean

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia fleckii?

Dry forests and woodlands

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