Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
semilunaris
ID:
174691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Botanist S. Afr.: 532 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174020

Common Names

  • Half-Moon Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene
  • Half-Moon Legume

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Description

Aeschynomene semilunaris (also called Half-moon Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene semilunaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for fodder and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene semilunaris has white or yellow flowers that are fragrant and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene semilunaris is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aeschynomene semilunaris

Aeschynomene semilunaris is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Aeschynomene semilunaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene semilunaris?

Aeschynomene semilunaris

What are the common names of Aeschynomene semilunaris?

Semilunar Aeschynomene, Semilunar Jointvetch, and Semilunar Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene semilunaris?

It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates

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