Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lateriticola
ID:
522836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Verdc.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 5 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522168

Common Names

  • Aeschynomene lateriticola
  • Lateriticola Jointvetch
  • Lateriticola Sensitive Plant

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Description

Aeschynomene lateriticola (also called 'Lateritic Aeschynomene', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is a perennial, evergreen, and terrestrial plant, and is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene lateriticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock. It is also used to stabilize riverbanks and to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Aeschynomene lateriticola has bright red flowers with yellow throats. Seed: The seeds are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene lateriticola is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It is best grown in a container or in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Aeschynomene lateriticola

Aeschynomene lateriticola can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Aeschynomene lateriticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene lateriticola?

Aeschynomene lateriticola

What is the common name of Aeschynomene lateriticola?

Lateritic Aeschynomene

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene lateriticola?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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