Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eridesii
ID:
1427341

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.L.C.Antunes & M.J.Silva

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa424: 124 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443506

Common Names

  • Jungle Jointvetch
  • Giant Jointvetch
  • Giant Aeschynomene

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Description

Aeschynomene eridesii (also called Erides' Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It grows up to 1 m tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene eridesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene eridesii is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, pale green plant with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene eridesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Aeschynomene eridesii

Aeschynomene eridesii can be found in India.

Aeschynomene eridesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene eridesii?

Aeschynomene eridesii

What is the common name of Aeschynomene eridesii?

Tropical joint vetch

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene eridesii?

Tropical wetlands and marshes

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

Marcos José da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Silva' in the authors string.
Lorena Lana Camelo Antunes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.L.C.Antunes' in the authors string.