Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosissima
ID:
498538

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Taxon52: 575 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497870

Common Names

  • Sulla Spinosissima
  • Spinosissima Sulla
  • Spinosissima Wild Potato

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum palleus (Moris) Ital. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum capitatum pallens (Moris) Arcang. [valid]
  • Hedysarum spinosissimum L. [valid]
  • Hedysarum spinosissimum spinosissimum [unknown]
  • Hedysarum spinosissimum eu-spinosissimum Briq. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum sibthorpii Nyman [valid]
  • Echinolobium carnosum Desv. [valid]
  • Echinolobium pallidum Desv. [valid]
  • Echinolobium spinosissimum (L.) Desv. [valid]
  • Hedysarum capitatum pallens Moris [unknown]
  • Hedysarum pallens (Moris) Halácsy [valid]
  • Hedysarum pallens (Moris) Bonnier [valid]
  • Hedysarum spinosissimum pallens (Moris) Holmboe [valid]
  • Hedysarum spinosissimum lanatum Maire & Weiller [valid]
  • Hedysarum spinosissimum pallens (Moris) Rouy & E.G.Camus [valid]
  • Hedysarum pallidum Biv. [illegitimate]

Description

Sulla spinosissima (also called Spiny 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 spinosissima 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 spinosissima 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sulla spinosissima 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 spinosissima

Sulla spinosissima can be found in the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and parts of Asia.

Sulla spinosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sulla spinosissima?

Sulla spinosissima

What type of plant is Sulla spinosissima?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Sulla spinosissima?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' 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.