Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
ildis
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.8: 95 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173047
Common Names
- Aeschynomene
- Aeschynomene Aphylla
- Aphylla Aeschynomene
Description
Aeschynomene aphylla (also called Aphylla, 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 aphylla is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, fatigue, and to improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aeschynomene aphylla are small, white and clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, black and kidney-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene aphylla is a perennial herb and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is hardy to USDA zone 5.
Where to Find Aeschynomene aphylla
Aeschynomene aphylla is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Aeschynomene aphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene aphylla?
Aeschynomene aphylla
What is the common name of Aeschynomene aphylla?
No common name
What type of plant is Aeschynomene aphylla?
Herbaceous perennial
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