Status:
valid
Authors:
Poir.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl.4: 450 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522198
Common Names
- Hairy Jointvetch
- Hairy Aeschynomene
- Hairy Joint Vetch
Description
Aeschynomene pilosa (also called 'Hairy Aeschynomene', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has pinnate leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It is typically found in wet, marshy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynomene pilosa is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and containers. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeschynomene pilosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender, curved pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene pilosa can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Aeschynomene pilosa
Aeschynomene pilosa is found in wetland habitats in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.
Aeschynomene pilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene pilosa?
Aeschynomene pilosa
What type of plant is Aeschynomene pilosa?
A herbaceous plant
Where is Aeschynomene pilosa found?
It is found in tropical Africa
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