Aeschynomene latericola - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latericola
ID:
174151
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173480
Common Names
- Aeschynomene latericola
- Coral Bean
- Coral-bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeschynomene latericola (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 latericola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aeschynomene latericola are small, white and pink in color. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene latericola 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 latericola
Aeschynomene latericola is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Aeschynomene latericola FAQ
What are the common names of Aeschynomene latericola?
Aeschynomene latericola is commonly known as the Latericola Aeschynomene.
What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene latericola?
The natural habitat of Aeschynomene latericola is tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What is the growth habit of Aeschynomene latericola?
Aeschynomene latericola 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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-1963: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.