Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnata
ID:
205298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew.2: 27 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204627



Common Names

  • Ebenus pinnata
  • Pinnata Ebenus
  • Pinnata Ebony


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Synonyms

  • Onobrychis sericea Spreng. [valid]
  • Ebenidium pinnatum (Aiton) Kuntze [valid]
  • Hedysarum sericeum Vahl [illegitimate]

Description

Ebenus pinnata (also called Pinnate ebenus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It has oblong leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ebenus pinnata is used as a fodder for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ebenus pinnata has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ebenus pinnata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ebenus pinnata

Ebenus pinnata is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests in the Eastern Himalayas region.

Ebenus pinnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ebenus pinnata?

Ebenus pinnata

What is the common name of Ebenus pinnata?

Pinnate Ebenus

What is the natural habitat of Ebenus pinnata?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References