Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
benguellensis
ID:
173772

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 39: 207 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173101

Common Names

  • Benguellensis Aeschynomene
  • Benguela Aeschynomene
  • Benguela Jointvetch

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Description

Aeschynomene benguellensis (also called Benguela Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy habitats. It is a small, woody shrub with small, yellow flowers and linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene benguellensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene benguellensis is a small yellow flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene benguellensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Aeschynomene benguellensis

Aeschynomene benguellensis can be found in tropical regions of Africa, including parts of Angola, Congo, and Zambia.

Aeschynomene benguellensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene benguellensis?

Aeschynomene benguellensis

What type of plant is Aeschynomene benguellensis?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene benguellensis?

It is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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