Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
angolense
ID:
173707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rossberg

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173036

Common Names

  • Angolan Aeschynomene
  • Angolan Jointvetch
  • Angolan Sensitive Plant

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Description

Aeschynomene angolense (also called Angolense, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa. It has long, slender, pointed leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene angolense is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak or a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene angolense has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene angolense is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It requires regular watering and should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Aeschynomene angolense

Aeschynomene angolense is native to Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It can be found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Aeschynomene angolense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene angolense?

Aeschynomene angolense

What is the common name of Aeschynomene angolense?

Angolan Jointvetch

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene angolense?

Dry, sandy soils

Species in the Aeschynomene genus

Aeschynomene nana, Aeschynomene elegans, Aeschynomene guatemalensis, Aeschynomene magna, Aeschynomene paraguayensis, Aeschynomene petraea, Aeschynomene pratensis, Aeschynomene unijuga, Aeschynomene villosa, Aeschynomene virginica, Aeschynomene hirta, Aeschynomene abyssinica, Aeschynomene acutangula, Aeschynomene afraspera, Aeschynomene americana, Aeschynomene angolense, Aeschynomene aphylla, Aeschynomene batekensis, Aeschynomene baumii, Aeschynomene bella, Aeschynomene benguellensis, Aeschynomene bracteosa, Aeschynomene bullockii, Aeschynomene burttiie, Aeschynomene chimanimaniensis, Aeschynomene crassicaulis, Aeschynomene cristata, Aeschynomene curtisiae, Aeschynomene debilis, Aeschynomene deightonii, Aeschynomene dimidiata, Aeschynomene elaphroxylon, Aeschynomene fluitans, Aeschynomene fulgida, Aeschynomene gazensis, Aeschynomene glabrescens, Aeschynomene glauca, Aeschynomene goetzei, Aeschynomene gracilipes, Aeschynomene grandistipulata, Aeschynomene heurckeana, Aeschynomene indica, Aeschynomene inyangensis, Aeschynomene katangensis, Aeschynomene kerstingii, Aeschynomene latericola, Aeschynomene lateritia, Aeschynomene leptophylla, Aeschynomene maximistipulata, Aeschynomene mediocris,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-1921: Based on the initial data import
G. Rossberg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rossberg' in the authors string.