Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sousae
ID:
1427941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fortunato

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa178: 147 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444106

Common Names

  • Rhynchosia sousae
  • Sousae Rhynchosia
  • Sousae Rhynchosia Shrub

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Description

Rhynchosia sousae (also called Rhynchosia sousae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, native to South America. It is found in dry areas, often in open woodland or scrub, and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia sousae is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used in horticulture as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhynchosia sousae are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia sousae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Rhynchosia sousae

Rhynchosia sousae is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky soils. It is found in the states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

Rhynchosia sousae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia sousae?

Rhynchosia sousae

What is the family of Rhynchosia sousae?

Fabaceae

Where is Rhynchosia sousae native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and China

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

Renée Hersilia Fortunato (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fortunato' in the authors string.