Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Dietr.) B.H.Choi & H.Ohashi
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Taxon52: 575 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497869
Common Names
- Sulla Glomerata
- Glomerata Sulla
- Glomerata Wild Potato
Synonyms
- Hedysarum capitatum Desf. [illegitimate]
- Hedysarum spinosissimum capitatum (Rouy) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
- Hedysarum glomeratum F.Dietr. [valid]
- Sulla capitata B.H.Choi & H.Ohashi [valid]
- Hedysarum corsicum Balb. [valid]
- Hedysarum spinosissimum capitatum Rouy [unknown]
- Hedysarum echinatum Schweigg. [unknown]
Description
Sulla glomerata (also called Clustered Sulla, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is found in open grasslands, savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sulla glomerata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sulla glomerata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sulla glomerata is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in spring and summer.
Where to Find Sulla glomerata
Sulla glomerata can be found in the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and parts of Asia.
Sulla glomerata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sulla glomerata?
Sulla glomerata
What type of plant is Sulla glomerata?
It is a perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Sulla glomerata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Sulla genus
Species in the Fabaceae family