Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudocajan
ID:
204686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cambess.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
V.Jacquemont, Voy. Inde4: 45 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204015

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia pseudocajan
  • False Cajan Snoutbean
  • False-Cajan Snoutbean

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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia incana Royle ex Baker [invalid]

Description

Rhynchosia pseudocajan (also called False Cajan 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 pseudocajan is used as a fodder crop, for soil stabilization, and for controlling soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchosia pseudocajan is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedling is a small, round, green seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia pseudocajan can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The rhizomes should be divided in spring and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Rhynchosia pseudocajan

Rhynchosia pseudocajan is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in moist deciduous forests, grasslands, and wastelands.

Rhynchosia pseudocajan FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia pseudocajan?

Rhynchosia pseudocajan

What is the common name of Rhynchosia pseudocajan?

False Cajan Rhynchosia

What is the family of Rhynchosia pseudocajan?

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