Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
177144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Sw.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ.: 108 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176473

Common Names

  • Stylosanthes Viscosa
  • Viscous Stylo
  • Viscous Stylosanthes

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Synonyms

  • Stylosanthes pilosa M.B.Ferreira & Sousa Costa [valid]
  • Stylosanthes debilis M.B.Ferreira & Sousa Costa [valid]
  • Hedysarum hamatum viscosa L. [deprecated]
  • Stylosanthes prostrata M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Stylosanthes glutinosa Kunth [valid]
  • Hedysarum hamatum viscosum L. [valid]
  • Astyposanthes viscosa (L.) Herter [valid]
  • Stylosanthes viscosa typica Hassl. [unknown]
  • Stylosanthes viscosa minor Micheli [valid]

Description

Stylosanthes viscosa (also called Viscous Stylosanthes, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in dry forest and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stylosanthes viscosa is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stylosanthes viscosa has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, thick seed pod. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylosanthes viscosa is a small shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay loam. It is tolerant of both drought and flooding. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in a variety of climates, from tropical to subtropical.

Where to Find Stylosanthes viscosa

Stylosanthes viscosa is native to Mexico and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Stylosanthes viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylosanthes viscosa?

Stylosanthes viscosa

Where is Stylosanthes viscosa found?

Stylosanthes viscosa is found in Central and South America.

What type of soil does Stylosanthes viscosa prefer?

Stylosanthes viscosa prefers moist, well-drained soils.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.