Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
174519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 148 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173848

Common Names

  • Pygmy Aeschynomene
  • Pygmy Jointvetch
  • Pygmy Aeschynomene Grass

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Description

Aeschynomene pygmaea (also called Pygmy False Indigo, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the family Fabaceae. It has a slender, erect stem and grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in moist habitats such as wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aeschynomene pygmaea var. pygmaea
Aeschynomene pygmaea var. hebecarpa J.Léonard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene pygmaea has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene pygmaea 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 pygmaea

Aeschynomene pygmaea is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils. It is typically found in open woods, thickets, and roadsides.

Aeschynomene pygmaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene pygmaea?

Aeschynomene pygmaea

What is the common name of Aeschynomene pygmaea?

Pygmy False Foxglove

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene pygmaea?

Dry, sandy soils in the Cerrado region of Brazil

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.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.