Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
yangambiensis
ID:
171758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Louis ex J.Léonard

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles19: 385 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171087



Common Names

  • Yangambi Tessmannia
  • Tessmannia yangambiensis
  • Yangambi Pea


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Description

Tessmannia yangambiensis (also called Yangambi Tessmannia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Tessmannia yangambiensis is used as a food source for livestock, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tessmannia yangambiensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a five-lobed calyx. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tessmannia yangambiensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Tessmannia yangambiensis

Tessmannia yangambiensis is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Tessmannia yangambiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tessmannia yangambiensis?

Tessmannia yangambiensis

What is the common name of Tessmannia yangambiensis?

Yangambi Tessmannia

What is the natural habitat of Tessmannia yangambiensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Fabaceae family