Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
marginata
ID:
184564

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 148 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183893

Common Names

  • Marginata Sphenostylis
  • Sphenostylis marginata
  • Marginata

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Synonyms

  • Sphenostylis marginata marginata [unknown]
  • Vigna marginata (E.Mey.) Benth. ex Harv. [valid]

Description

Sphenostylis marginata (also called 'Marginated Sphenostylis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It is a small herb, growing up to 0.5 m in height, with a branched stem. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sphenostylis marginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphenostylis marginata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphenostylis marginata is a small shrub that can reach a height of up to 1 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 30 cm apart. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Sphenostylis marginata

Sphenostylis marginata is native to Africa and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Angola, Cameroon, and Gabon.

Sphenostylis marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphenostylis marginata?

Sphenostylis marginata

What is the common name of Sphenostylis marginata?

Sphenostylis

What is the natural habitat of Sphenostylis marginata?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

Species in the Fabaceae family