Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
188610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl.4: 451 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187939

Common Names

  • Short-leaved Aeschynomene
  • Short-leaved Joint-vetch
  • Short-leaved Joint Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum micranthum Poir. [unknown]
  • Aeschynomene micrantha DC. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene obovalis Baill. [valid]
  • Hedysarum micranthos Poir. [valid]
  • Pleurolobus brevifolia (Poir.) J.St.-Hil. [valid]
  • Adesmia meyeriana Walp. [valid]
  • Adesmia racemosa (E.Mey.) Steud. [valid]
  • Patagonium racemosum E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Aeschynomene brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1 metre in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and grows in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a food source for native wildlife, and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aeschynomene brevifolia are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene brevifolia is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Aeschynomene brevifolia

Aeschynomene brevifolia is native to Africa and can be found in the countries of Ethiopia, Sudan, and Kenya.

Aeschynomene brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene brevifolia?

Aeschynomene brevifolia

What type of plant is Aeschynomene brevifolia?

It is a shrub species of the Fabaceae family.

Where is Aeschynomene brevifolia found?

It is found in Western Australia.

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