Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bracteosa
ID:
173783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 150 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173112

Common Names

  • Bracteosa Aeschynomene
  • Bracteosa Pea
  • Bracteosa Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Aeschynomene elisabethvilleana De Wild. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene nambalensis Harms [valid]
  • Aeschynomene zigzag De Wild. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene delicatula Baker f. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene bracteosa delicatula (Baker f.) Verdc. [unknown]
  • Aeschynomene bracteosa glabra Baker f. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene bracteosa major Verdc. [unknown]

Description

Aeschynomene bracteosa (also called Bracteosa 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 bracteosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene bracteosa 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 bracteosa 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 bracteosa

Aeschynomene bracteosa can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in the southeastern United States.

Aeschynomene bracteosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene bracteosa?

Aeschynomene bracteosa

What type of plant is Aeschynomene bracteosa?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene bracteosa?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.