Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
meeboldii
ID:
204672

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Satyanar. & Thoth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India28: 243 (1986 publ. 1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204001

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia meeboldii
  • Meebold's Snoutbean
  • Meebold Snoutbean

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Description

Rhynchosia meeboldii (also called Meebold's Snoutbean, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Africa, typically found in dry woodlands and savannas. It has small, oval leaves and white to pinkish flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia meeboldii is used as a fodder crop, for soil stabilization, and for controlling soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Rhynchosia meeboldii flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia meeboldii is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in the spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Rhynchosia meeboldii

Rhynchosia meeboldii is native to India and can be found in the wild in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Rhynchosia meeboldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia meeboldii?

Rhynchosia meeboldii

What is the common name of Rhynchosia meeboldii?

Meebold's Rhynchosia

What is the family of Rhynchosia meeboldii?

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

K. Thothathri (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoth.' in the authors string.
Pothu Satyanarayana (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Satyanar.' in the authors string.