Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
659618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient.3: 65 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658950



Common Names

  • Hairy Ebony
  • Hairy-leaved Ebony
  • Ebenus hirsuta


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Description

Ebenus hirsuta (also called Hairy Ebony, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub, typically reaching a height of 4–6 m. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short trunk. The leaves are leathery, dark green, and ovate to elliptic in shape. It is native to Turkey and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ebenus hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ebenus hirsuta has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ebenus hirsuta is a species of flowering plant in the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Ebenus hirsuta

Ebenus hirsuta is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Ebenus hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ebenus hirsuta?

Ebenus hirsuta

What is the common name of Ebenus hirsuta?

Hairy Ebenus

What is the family of Ebenus hirsuta?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:493624-1: Based on the initial data import