Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
swartzii
ID:
164726

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vail) Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.15: 320 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164055

Common Names

  • Swartz's Snoutbean
  • Swartz's Rhynchosia
  • Swartz's Velvet Bean

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Synonyms

  • Dolicholus swartzii Vail [valid]
  • Rhynchosia gundlachii Urb. [valid]

Description

Rhynchosia swartzii (also called Swartz's Snoutbean, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchosia swartzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchosia swartzii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchosia swartzii 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 swartzii

Rhynchosia swartzii is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Rhynchosia swartzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia swartzii?

Rhynchosia swartzii

What is the family of Rhynchosia swartzii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Rhynchosia swartzii?

Swartz'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

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Anna Murray Vail (1863-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vail' in the authors string.