Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
500328

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) B.H.Choi & H.Ohashi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Taxon52: 575 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499660

Common Names

  • Carnosa Sulla
  • Carnosa Sulla Orchid
  • Carnosa Sulla Orchid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum carnosum Desf. [valid]

Description

Sulla carnosa (also called Carnose Sulla, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows to about 2 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sulla carnosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sulla carnosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sulla carnosa is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It has small, oval-shaped, grey-green leaves and produces small, yellow flowers in the spring. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Sulla carnosa

Sulla carnosa can be found in Australia.

Sulla carnosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sulla carnosa?

Sulla carnosa

What is the family of Sulla carnosa?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Sulla carnosa?

Fleshy Sulla

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Byoung Hee Choi (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Choi' in the authors string.