Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.54: 385 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173472
Common Names
- Aeschynomene kerstingii
- Kersting's Aeschynomene
- Kersting's Jointvetch
Description
Aeschynomene kerstingii (also called Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry and semi-dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynomene kerstingii is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeschynomene kerstingii is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval seed. The seedlings are slender, with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene kerstingii is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Aeschynomene kerstingii
Aeschynomene kerstingii is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Aeschynomene kerstingii FAQ
What are the common names of Aeschynomene kerstingii?
Aeschynomene kerstingii is commonly known as the Kersting's Aeschynomene.
What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene kerstingii?
The natural habitat of Aeschynomene kerstingii is tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What is the growth habit of Aeschynomene kerstingii?
Aeschynomene kerstingii is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.
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