Legume Family

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Amphicarpaea

Description Amphicarpaea is a genus of plants belonging to the legume family, Fabaceae. The genus consists of two species known as American hog peanut and hog peanut. These plants are native to North America and are primarily found in the eastern and central regions. American hog peanut is found in the eastern part of North America, while hog peanut is…
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Afgekia

Description Afgekia is a rare plant species that belongs to the legume family. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in countries such as Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. The plant is named after Dutch botanist Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis, who was also known as “Afgekia”. The plant is a small shrub that can grow up…
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Lablab Purpureus

Description Lablab Purpureus, also known as hyacinth bean, is a flowering plant from the legume family. It is native to Africa but has been naturalized in many other parts of the world. This plant is a vigorous grower that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It has trifoliate leaves that are green and purple in color, and its…
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Trifolium Ochroleucon

1. Description Trifolium Ochroleucon, also known as Sulphur clover, is a flowering plant that belongs to the legume family. It is native to Europe and western Asia and can grow up to 40 cm in height. The plant has a beautiful yellowish-white flowerhead that blooms in summer. It is a hardy plant that can thrive in a variety of soil…
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Lathyrus Odoratus White Frills

Lathyrus odoratus, commonly known as sweet pea, is a flowering plant that belongs to the legume family. It is a popular garden plant due to its charming appearance and sweet fragrance. The white frills variety is a particularly beautiful cultivar that produces delicate, frilly white flowers that look stunning in any garden. In this article, we will discuss everything you…
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Vicia Lathyroides

Description Vicia Lathyroides, commonly known as Spring Vetch, is a unique plant species that belongs to the legume family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 20-30 cm in height. This plant is native to Europe and Asia and can be found in different regions including the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and parts of Central Asia. Taxonomic Information…
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Neptunia Lutea

Description Neptunia Lutea, also known as the Yellow Neptunia, is a flowering plant that belongs to the legume family. It is native to South America and can be found in countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is an aquatic plant that grows in ponds, streams, and other bodies of water. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
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Parochetus

Description Parochetus is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the legume family. The genus consists of only two species of annual or perennial herbs that are native to Asia. These plants are known for their striking blue or purple flowers that resemble pea flowers. Parochetus is an ideal plant for rock gardens, borders, and container gardens. Taxonomy Domain…
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Pithecellobium Unguis-Cati

Description Pithecellobium Unguis-Cati, commonly known as cat’s claw, is a flowering plant that belongs to the legume family. This plant is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a fast growth rate and can reach a height of up to 50 feet. The bark of this tree is covered with sharp thorns, hence the name cat’s claw.…
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Swartzia

Description Swartzia is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae. It comprises over 200 species of trees and shrubs native to tropical regions of Central and South America, with some species found in the Caribbean and Africa. The leaves of Swartzia are typically compound, with multiple leaflets arranged in a fern-like pattern. The flowers are often showy,…
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