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
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.
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 Sulla genus
Species in the Fabaceae family