Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
188967

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guill. & Perr.) Hook.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
W.J.Hooker, Niger Fl.: 311 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188296

Common Names

  • Vigna
  • Vigna Gracilis
  • Gracilis

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Synonyms

  • Vigna desmodioides R.Wilczek [valid]
  • Vigna occidentalis Baker f. [valid]
  • Vigna afzelii Baker [valid]
  • Vigna multiflora Hook.f. [valid]
  • Dolichos gracilis Guill. & Perr. [valid]
  • Vigna parvifolia Planch. ex Baker [valid]
  • Vigna gracilis gracilis [unknown]
  • Vigna gracilis multiflora (Hook.f.) Maréchal, Mascherpa & Stainier [valid]

Description

Vigna gracilis (also called Slender Vigna, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m high. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy and clay soils in woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vigna gracilis is a small, yellow, globular flower head. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna gracilis is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grassland, open woodlands, and heathland. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best achieved by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination usually takes around two weeks.

Where to Find Vigna gracilis

Vigna gracilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Vigna gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna gracilis?

Vigna gracilis

What is the family of Vigna gracilis?

Fabaceae

Where is Vigna gracilis found?

Vigna gracilis is found in Australia

Species in the Vigna genus

Vigna lasiocarpa, Vigna halophila, Vigna nyangensis, Vigna radiata, Vigna marina, Vigna glabrescens, Vigna aconitifolia, Vigna ambacensis, Vigna pubigera, Vigna angularis, Vigna antunesii, Vigna bequaertii, Vigna comosa, Vigna debanensis, Vigna lanceolata, Vigna dolomitica, Vigna filicaulis, Vigna fischeri, Vigna friesiorum, Vigna frutescens, Vigna gazensis, Vigna gracilis, Vigna haumaniana, Vigna heterophylla, Vigna hosei, Vigna jaegeri, Vigna juncea, Vigna juruana, Vigna kirkii, Vigna laurentii, Vigna lobatifolia, Vigna longifolia, Vigna longissima, Vigna luteola, Vigna membranacea, Vigna mendesii, Vigna mildbraedii, Vigna monophylla, Vigna multinervis, Vigna mungo, Vigna nervosa, Vigna nigritia, Vigna nuda, Vigna oblongifolia, Vigna parkeri, Vigna phoenix, Vigna platyloba, Vigna procera, Vigna pygmaea, Vigna radicans,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.