Entada spinescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brenan
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.10: 168 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214128
Common Names
- Entada spinescens
- African Dream Herb
- African Dream Root
- African Dream Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Entada spinescens (also called Spiny Entada, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae, native to tropical regions of Africa. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree growing to 10 m (33 ft) tall, with pinnate leaves and clusters of yellow flowers in summer.
Uses & Benefits
Entada spinescens is a plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and to protect other crops from pests and diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Entada spinescens has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Entada spinescens is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in the desired location.
Where to Find Entada spinescens
Entada spinescens can be found in parts of Africa, including Nigeria, Cameroon, and Ghana.
Entada spinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Entada spinescens?
Entada spinescens
What is the common name of Entada spinescens?
Spiny Entada
What is the family of Entada spinescens?
Fabaceae
Species in the Entada genus
Entada polyphylla, Entada polystachya, Entada rheedii, Entada phaseoloides, Entada louvelii, Entada pervillei, Entada rheedei, Entada tuberosa, Entada glandulosa, Entada tonkinensis, Entada reticulata, Entada spiralis, Entada abyssinica, Entada borneensis, Entada parvifolia, Entada africana, Entada arenaria, Entada bacillaris, Entada chrysostachys, Entada dolichorrhachis, Entada camerunensis, Entada gigas, Entada hockii, Entada leptostachya, Entada mannii, Entada mossambicensis, Entada nudiflora, Entada phaneroneura, Entada spinescens, Entada stuhlmannii, Entada wahlbergia, Entada mossamhicensis, Entada zeylanica, Entada simplicata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Entada spinescens Brenan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.