Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
1043354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) A.Delgado

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot.98: 1711 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042692

Common Names

  • Showy Sigmoidotropis
  • Showy Pea
  • Showy Vigna

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Description

Sigmoidotropis speciosa (also called Speckled Sigmoidotropis, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sigmoidotropis speciosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sigmoidotropis speciosa has white flowers with a yellow center and a yellow-green throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sigmoidotropis speciosa is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought conditions. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Sigmoidotropis speciosa

Sigmoidotropis speciosa is found in South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.