Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
debilis
ID:
173871

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-0000173200

Common Names

  • Aeschynomene debilis
  • Debilis Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene

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Description

Aeschynomene debilis (also called 'Weak Aeschynomene', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a slender stem with long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene debilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene debilis is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene debilis 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 debilis

Aeschynomene debilis is native to the Caribbean, and can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Aeschynomene debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene debilis?

Aeschynomene debilis

What is the common name of Aeschynomene debilis?

Debilis

What is the family of Aeschynomene debilis?

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

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.