Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pinnata
ID:
187727

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eckl. & Zeyh.) Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Thes. Cap.1: 50 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187056

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia minima
  • Rhynchosia tomentosa
  • Rhynchosia phaseoloides

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Synonyms

  • Polytropia pinnata Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia pinnata (also called Winged Snout-bean, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a white or yellowish bark and grows up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia pinnata is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchosia pinnata has small, yellow-orange flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia pinnata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be taken in the spring. It is best to start the seeds indoors in a warm, moist environment and then transplant them outdoors when they are a few inches tall.

Where to Find Rhynchosia pinnata

Rhynchosia pinnata is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Rhynchosia pinnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia pinnata?

Rhynchosia pinnata

What is the common name of Rhynchosia pinnata?

Pinnate Snoutbean

Where is Rhynchosia pinnata native to?

Mexico, Central America, and northern South America

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

William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.