Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.25: 109 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187261
Common Names
- Rhynchosia
- Rhynchosia ramosa
- Ramosa Rhynchosia
Description
Rhynchosia ramosa (also called Branched Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to East Asia. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 2 m in height. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are small and white. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia ramosa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia ramosa has small, yellow, pea-like flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons that are oval in shape and have a slightly wavy margin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia ramosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Rhynchosia ramosa
Rhynchosia ramosa is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet areas.
Rhynchosia ramosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia ramosa?
Rhynchosia ramosa
What is the common name of Rhynchosia ramosa?
Branching rhynchosia
What is the natural habitat of Rhynchosia ramosa?
Dry deciduous forests
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