Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Mey.) Steud.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot., ed. 2, 2: 454 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187655
Common Names
- Rhynchosia
- Rhynchosia viscidula
- Viscid Rhynchosia
Synonyms
- Copisma viscidulum E.Mey. [valid]
- Dolicholus viscidulus Hiern [valid]
- Fagelia pubescens Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
- Fagelia viscida Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
- Copisma viscidulum campestre E.Mey. [unknown]
- Copisma viscidulum nemorale E.Mey. [invalid]
Description
Rhynchosia viscidula (also called Viscid Rhynchosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. The leaves are narrow and linear, and the flowers are yellow and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchosia viscidula is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchosia viscidula has yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhynchosia viscidula is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Rhynchosia viscidula
Rhynchosia viscidula is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Northern Territory.
Rhynchosia viscidula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchosia viscidula?
Rhynchosia viscidula
What is the common name of Rhynchosia viscidula?
Viscid rhynchosia
What is the family of Rhynchosia viscidula?
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