Dumasia villosa

Dumasia villosa is a member of the Fabaceae family, a large and economically significant plant family commonly known as the legume or pea family. The species is native to multiple regions across Asia and Africa, with records from Assam, Bangladesh, Burundi, and various parts of China, including North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast regions. It is also found in Ethiopia, India, Java, Kenya, KwaZulu-Natal, Laos, the Lesser Sunda Islands, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaya, and Mozambique. The species was first published in 1826 by DC. Its broad geographic range suggests adaptability to a variety of ecological conditions within its native habitats.