Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acutifolium
ID:
166216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 54 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165545



Common Names

  • Acutifolium Centrosema
  • Centrosema acutifolium
  • Acutifolium Centrosema Vine


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Synonyms

  • Centrosema simulans Standl. & L.O.Williams [valid]
  • Bradburya acutifolia Kuntze [valid]

Description

Centrosema acutifolium (also called 'Acutifoliate centrosema', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema acutifolium is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a soil cover crop. It is also used for erosion control, weed control, and as a cover crop for other crops.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centrosema acutifolium is a small, purple pea flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two small cotyledons and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema acutifolium is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Centrosema acutifolium

Centrosema acutifolium can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Centrosema acutifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema acutifolium?

Centrosema acutifolium

What is the common name of Centrosema acutifolium?

Sharp-leaved Centrosema

What is the natural habitat of Centrosema acutifolium?

Dry areas, open fields, and disturbed sites

Species in the Centrosema genus

Centrosema bellum, Centrosema carajasense, Centrosema grazielae, Centrosema acutifolium, Centrosema arenarium, Centrosema arenicola, Centrosema bifidum, Centrosema bracteosum, Centrosema capitatum, Centrosema coriaceum, Centrosema dasyanthum, Centrosema fasciculatum, Centrosema grandiflorum, Centrosema haitiense, Centrosema heteroneura, Centrosema jaraguaensis, Centrosema latidens, Centrosema macranthum, Centrosema macrocarpum, Centrosema pascuorum, Centrosema platycarpum, Centrosema rotundifolium, Centrosema schottii, Centrosema tapirapoanense, Centrosema triquetrum, Centrosema unifoliatum, Centrosema variifolium, Centrosema venosum, Centrosema vetulum, Centrosema vexillatum, Centrosema molle, Centrosema brachypodum, Centrosema angustifolium, Centrosema heptaphyllum, Centrosema brasilianum, Centrosema plumieri, Centrosema pubescens, Centrosema virginianum, Centrosema kermesii, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema heteroneurum, Centrosema jaraguaense, Centrosema lucia-helenae, Centrosema teresae, Centrosema tetragonolobum, Centrosema sericiflorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family