Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alatum
ID:
415697

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Ohashi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.78: 279 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415029

Common Names

  • Alata Tadehagi
  • Tadehagi Alata
  • Tadehagi Alatum

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Synonyms

  • Desmodium alatum DC. [valid]
  • Tadehagi triquetrum alatum (DC.) H.Ohashi [valid]
  • Desmodium triquetrum alatum (DC.) Prain [valid]
  • Hedysarum alatum Roxb. [valid]
  • Pteroloma alatum Schindl. [valid]
  • Pteroloma triquetrum alatum (DC.) H.Ohashi [unknown]

Description

Tadehagi alatum (also called Winged Tadehagi, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in moist, shady forests, and can reach up to 1.5 m in height.

Uses & Benefits

Tadehagi alatum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tadehagi alatum is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tadehagi alatum is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location in spring or summer. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-draining potting mix. Plant the rooted cuttings in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tadehagi alatum

Tadehagi alatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Tadehagi alatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tadehagi alatum?

Tadehagi alatum

What is the common name of Tadehagi alatum?

Winged Tadehagi

What is the natural habitat of Tadehagi alatum?

Dry, rocky slopes and outcrops

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.