Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
michauxii
ID:
164715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vail

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club22: 458 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164044

Common Names

  • Michaux's Vetch
  • Michaux's Cowpea
  • Michaux's Bean

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Synonyms

  • Dolicholus michauxii (Vail) Vail [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia michauxii (also called Michaux's Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia michauxii is used as a food source and is also used in traditional medicine. It is also used as a dye and for making rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhynchosia michauxii are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are pale green and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia michauxii is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Rhynchosia michauxii

Rhynchosia michauxii is native to North America and is found in moist, sandy soils. It is also found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Rhynchosia michauxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia michauxii?

Rhynchosia michauxii

What is the family of Rhynchosia michauxii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Rhynchosia michauxii?

Michaux's Snoutbean

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