Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
174497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 149 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173826

Common Names

  • Pretty Jointvetch
  • Pretty Aeschynomene
  • Pretty Aeschynomene

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Synonyms

  • Bakerophyton pulchellum (Planch. ex Baker) Maheshw. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene saxicola Taub. [valid]

Description

Aeschynomene pulchella (also called pretty aeschynomene, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.2–0.5 m. The leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate. It grows in open, dry, rocky areas and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene pulchella is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping, and its wood is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene pulchella is a white to pale pink pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with two small cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene pulchella is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Aeschynomene pulchella

Aeschynomene pulchella is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Aeschynomene pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene pulchella?

Aeschynomene pulchella

What is the common name of Aeschynomene pulchella?

Pretty Aeschynomene

What type of plant is Aeschynomene pulchella?

Herb

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

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.