Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
batekensis
ID:
173729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Troch.-Marq. & Koechlin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France106: 141 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173058

Common Names

  • Bateke Aeschynomene
  • Bateke's Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene of Bateke

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Description

Aeschynomene batekensis (also called Bateke's Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western Africa. It has a thick, woody stem and can grow up to 1-2 meters in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white to pinkish flowers. It is commonly found in moist, open areas such as wetlands, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene batekensis is used as a food source and for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene batekensis 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 batekensis 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 batekensis

Aeschynomene batekensis is native to the African continent and can be found in areas with moist, sandy soils and full sun exposure.

Aeschynomene batekensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene batekensis?

Aeschynomene batekensis

What is the common name of Aeschynomene batekensis?

No common name

What type of plant is Aeschynomene batekensis?

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

References

Jean-Louis Trochain (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troch.' in the authors string.
Jean Koechlin (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koechlin' in the authors string.