Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sagittatum
ID:
187563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) L.Riley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(13): 86, in obs. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186892



Common Names

  • Centrosema sagittatum
  • Arrow-shaped Centrosema
  • Centrosema


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Synonyms

  • Centrosema dubium (Kunth) Benth. [unknown]
  • Glycine sagittata Kunth [unknown]

Description

Centrosema sagittatum (also called 'Arrow-Leaved Centrosema', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple. It grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema sagittatum is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centrosema sagittatum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema sagittatum is a small, deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings taken in early summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. They can then be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Centrosema sagittatum

Centrosema sagittatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Centrosema sagittatum FAQ

What are the common names of Centrosema sagittatum?

Centrosema sagittatum is commonly known as the Arrowleaf Centrosema.

What is the growth habit of Centrosema sagittatum?

Centrosema sagittatum is an annual or perennial herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Centrosema sagittatum?

Centrosema sagittatum typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-33396: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Athelstan Molesworth Riley (1889-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Riley' in the authors string.