Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen24: 105 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178459
Common Names
- Medicine Amicia
- Medicine False Indigo
- Medicine Amicia Bush
Synonyms
- Amicia parvula Rusby [valid]
Description
Amicia medicaginea (also called Medicaginea Amicia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves with up to 11 leaflets. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Amicia medicaginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Amicia medicaginea is yellow with 5 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amicia medicaginea is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Amicia medicaginea
Amicia medicaginea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Amicia medicaginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amicia medicaginea?
Amicia medicaginea
What are the common names of Amicia medicaginea?
Medicagineous amicia and medicagineous sensitive pea
What is the natural habitat of Amicia medicaginea?
Amicia medicaginea is found in open woods, thickets, and disturbed areas
Species in the Amicia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family