Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ruellioides
ID:
182886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 90 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182215

Common Names

  • Stylosanthes Ruellioides
  • Ruellioides
  • Ruellioides Stylosanthes

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Synonyms

  • Stylosanthes tomentosa M.B.Ferreira & Sousa Costa [valid]

Description

Stylosanthes ruellioides (also called Ruellioid Stylosanthes, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Stylosanthes ruellioides is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving plant. It is also used in the production of honey and as a green manure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stylosanthes ruellioides has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylosanthes ruellioides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Stylosanthes ruellioides

Stylosanthes ruellioides can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Stylosanthes ruellioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylosanthes ruellioides?

Stylosanthes ruellioides

What are the common names of Stylosanthes ruellioides?

Ruellioid Stylosanthes, Ruellioid Stylosanthes Tree

What is the natural habitat of Stylosanthes ruellioides?

Stylosanthes ruellioides is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Stylosanthes genus

Stylosanthes angustifolia, Stylosanthes biflora, Stylosanthes calcicola, Stylosanthes hippocampoides, Stylosanthes ingrata, Stylosanthes leiocarpa, Stylosanthes macrocarpa, Stylosanthes macrosoma, Stylosanthes mexicana, Stylosanthes nervosa, Stylosanthes sericeiceps, Stylosanthes suffruticosa, Stylosanthes sympodialis, Stylosanthes tuberculata, Stylosanthes humilis, Stylosanthes montevidensis, Stylosanthes bracteata, Stylosanthes capitata, Stylosanthes scabra, Stylosanthes erecta, Stylosanthes fruticosa, Stylosanthes guianensis, Stylosanthes humilis, Stylosanthes montevidensis, Stylosanthes viscosa, Stylosanthes linearifolia, Stylosanthes campestris, Stylosanthes hamata, Stylosanthes hispida, Stylosanthes ruellioides, Stylosanthes mexicanus, Stylosanthes longicarpa, Stylosanthes recta, Stylosanthes salina, Stylosanthes venezuelensis, Stylosanthes vallsii, Stylosanthes rostrata, Stylosanthes falconensis, Stylosanthes quintanarooensis, Stylosanthes maracajuensis, Stylosanthes longiseta, Stylosanthes minima, Stylosanthes mitzii, Stylosanthes macrocephala, Stylosanthes seabrana,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.