Status:
valid
Authors:
Vatke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.28: 215 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173179
Common Names
- Cristata Aeschynomene
- Crested Aeschynomene
- Crested Aeschynomene-plant
Synonyms
- Aeschynomene cristata cristata [unknown]
- Aeschynomene cristata pubescens J.Léonard [unknown]
- Aeschynomene mazangayana Baill. [valid]
- Aeschynomene dewevrei De Wild. & T.Durand [valid]
- Aeschynomene cristata glabrata Vatke [invalid]
Description
Aeschynomene cristata (also called Crested aeschynomene, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynomene cristata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeschynomene cristata is yellow, with four petals, and is around 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene cristata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are dormant.
Where to Find Aeschynomene cristata
Aeschynomene cristata can be found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and Asia.
Aeschynomene cristata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene cristata?
Aeschynomene cristata
What is the common name of Aeschynomene cristata?
Crested Jointvetch
What is the family of Aeschynomene cristata?
Fabaceae
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