Neorautanenia mitis

Neorautanenia mitis

Overview

Neorautanenia mitis is a tuberous-rooted climbing or trailing legume native to woodlands and bushveld of central and southern Africa. The plant develops a

Neorautanenia mitis is a tuberous-rooted climbing or trailing legume native to woodlands and bushveld of central and southern Africa. The plant develops a large underground tuber that serves as a water and nutrient reserve, allowing survival through dry seasons. Its roots have been traditionally used in some regions as a fish poison due to the presence of rotenoid compounds.

Taxonomy

목(目) Fabales
과(科) Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Neorautanenia mitis

자주 묻는 질문

What family does Neorautanenia mitis belong to?
Neorautanenia mitis (Neorautanenia mitis) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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