Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
ildis
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 2: 947 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173858
Common Names
- Rehmann's Aeschynomene
- Rehmann's Jointvetch
- Rehmann's Sensitive Plant
Synonyms
- Aeschynomene leptobotrya Harms ex Baker f. [valid]
- Aeschynomene glutinosa Taub. [valid]
- Aeschynomene rehmannii leptobotrya (Harms ex Baker f.) J.B.Gillett [unknown]
Description
Aeschynomene rehmannii (also called Rehmann's 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 1.2 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 rehmannii has been used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including inflammation, fever, and digestive problems. It is also used to boost the immune system, reduce stress, and improve circulation. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue and improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeschynomene rehmannii has small, yellow flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are long and thin, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene rehmannii is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited for temperate regions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, as it is susceptible to root rot. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Aeschynomene rehmannii
Aeschynomene rehmannii can be found in dry grasslands and open scrub in the Indian subcontinent.
Aeschynomene rehmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene rehmannii?
Aeschynomene rehmannii
What is the common name of Aeschynomene rehmannii?
Rehmann's False Foxglove
What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene rehmannii?
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