Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
oligophylla
ID:
174432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.8: 356 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173761

Common Names

  • Narrow-Leafed Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene
  • Joint-Vetch

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Description

Aeschynomene oligophylla (also called Small-leaved Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in the moist lowland forests of the Congo Basin. The shrub grows to a height of 1–2 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. Its bark is grey-brown and its leaves are pinnate with 3–7 leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene oligophylla is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases. It is also used as a soil conditioner and for making rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene oligophylla is a white or yellowish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a flat, oblong, dark brown bean. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene oligophylla is an annual herb native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Aeschynomene oligophylla

Aeschynomene oligophylla is native to South America. It can be found in wet, tropical forests and savannas.

Aeschynomene oligophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene oligophylla?

Aeschynomene oligophylla

What is the common name of Aeschynomene oligophylla?

Few-leaved joint-vetch

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene oligophylla?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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