Rhynchosia capitata

Rhynchosia capitata

Overview

Rhynchosia capitata is a trailing or climbing annual herb native to tropical Africa and Asia. It grows in open disturbed habitats, grasslands, and forest m

Rhynchosia capitata is a trailing or climbing annual herb native to tropical Africa and Asia. It grows in open disturbed habitats, grasslands, and forest margins, bearing small yellow pea flowers clustered in compact heads. The seeds of some rhynchosia species are used in traditional medicine across its range.

Taxonomy

Ordre Fabales
Famille Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Rhynchosia capitata

Questions fréquentes

What family does Rhynchosia capitata belong to?
Rhynchosia capitata (Rhynchosia capitata) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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