Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
goetzei
ID:
187090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.28: 409 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186419

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia goetzei
  • Goetzei Rhynchosia
  • Goetzei Slender Snoutbean

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Description

Rhynchosia goetzei (also called Goetze's Snout-bean, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are compound with two pairs of leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia goetzei is used as an insecticide and pesticide. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhynchosia goetzei var. goetzei
Rhynchosia goetzei var. pseudocaribaea Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchosia goetzei is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia goetzei is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Rhynchosia goetzei

Rhynchosia goetzei is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Rhynchosia goetzei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia goetzei?

Rhynchosia goetzei

What is the common name of Rhynchosia goetzei?

Rhynchosia

What is the family of Rhynchosia goetzei?

Fabaceae

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