Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
magna
ID:
166166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rudd

Source:
ildis

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.32: 70 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165495

Common Names

  • Large Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene Magna
  • Large Jointvetch

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Description

Aeschynomene magna (also called 'Large aeschynomene', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene magna is used as a green manure crop, as it is known to improve soil fertility and structure. It is also used as a forage crop and as a cover crop to protect the soil from erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene magna is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene magna is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Aeschynomene magna

Aeschynomene magna is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Aeschynomene magna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene magna?

Aeschynomene magna

What is the common name of Aeschynomene magna?

Large Jointvetch

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene magna?

Dry areas, open fields, and disturbed sites

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