Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
174660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. ex A.Rich.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 202 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173989

Common Names

  • Schimperi Aeschynomene
  • Schimperi Jointvetch
  • Schimperi Sensitive Plant

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Synonyms

  • Aeschynomene telekii Schweinf. ex Engl. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene gilletii De Wild. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene mukuluensis De Wild. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene paludicola Harms [valid]
  • Aeschynomene mearnsii De Wild. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene schimperi grandiflora Peter [valid]

Description

Aeschynomene schimperi (also called Schimperi, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has pinnate leaves and yellow flowers with red stamens. It is native to East Africa, and is found in wet forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder crop and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene schimperi has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene schimperi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to take root.

Where to Find Aeschynomene schimperi

Aeschynomene schimperi is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, lowland habitats. It is also cultivated in gardens.

Aeschynomene schimperi FAQ

What is the common name of Aeschynomene schimperi?

Schimper's Aeschynomene

What are the growing conditions for Aeschynomene schimperi?

This plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Aeschynomene schimperi?

This plant can reach up to 4 feet in height.

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

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.