Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
megalophylla
ID:
174236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.8: 355 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173565

Common Names

  • Aeschynomene Megalophylla
  • Giant-Leaved Aeschynomene
  • Giant Sensitive Plant

Searching for Aeschynomene megalophylla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Aeschynomene megalophylla (also called Large-leaved Joint-vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small yellow flowers and is native to tropical areas of the Americas. It is found in moist habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene megalophylla is used as a medicinal plant, for erosion control, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene megalophylla is a small, yellow pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two round cotyledons and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Aeschynomene megalophylla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene megalophylla is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Aeschynomene megalophylla

Aeschynomene megalophylla is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Aeschynomene megalophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene megalophylla?

Aeschynomene megalophylla

What is the common name of Aeschynomene megalophylla?

Large-leaf jointvetch

What is the family of Aeschynomene megalophylla?

Fabaceae

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