Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rubrofarinacea
ID:
174575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taub.) F.White

Source:
ildis

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. N. Rhodes.: 142, 455 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173904

Common Names

  • Red-Stained Jointvetch
  • Red-Stained Aeschynomene
  • Red-Stained Joint Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Geissaspis rubrofarinacea (Taub.) Baker f. [valid]
  • Geissaspis clevei Harms ex De Wild. [valid]
  • Humularia rubrofarinacea (Taub.) P.A.Duvign. [valid]
  • Humularia maclouniei (De Wild.) P.A.Duvign. [valid]
  • Geissaspis chiruiensis R.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Smithia rubrofarinacea Taub. [valid]
  • Geissaspis maclouniei De Wild. [valid]
  • Geissaspis scott-elliotii De Wild. [valid]

Description

Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea (also called Red-fringed Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has compound leaves with 5-7 leaflets. Its flowers are pink or white in color and it grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine, for treating skin problems, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea: This species is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea

Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea is native to tropical Africa and is found in wetland habitats. It is also found in parts of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea?

Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea

What is the common name of Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea?

Red-Stained Aeschynomene

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene rubrofarinacea?

Dry woodland, grassland and bushveld

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

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.