Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bella
ID:
173761

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.30: 327 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173090

Common Names

  • Aeschynomene bella
  • Bella Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene

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Description

Aeschynomene bella (also called Beautiful Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western Africa. It has a thick, woody stem and can grow up to 1-2 meters in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white to pinkish flowers. It is commonly found in moist, open areas such as wetlands, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene bella is a plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene bella has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene bella is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Aeschynomene bella

Aeschynomene bella is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Aeschynomene bella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene bella?

Aeschynomene bella

What type of plant is Aeschynomene bella?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene bella?

It is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Aeschynomene genus

Aeschynomene nana, Aeschynomene elegans, Aeschynomene guatemalensis, Aeschynomene magna, Aeschynomene paraguayensis, Aeschynomene petraea, Aeschynomene pratensis, Aeschynomene unijuga, Aeschynomene villosa, Aeschynomene virginica, Aeschynomene hirta, Aeschynomene abyssinica, Aeschynomene acutangula, Aeschynomene afraspera, Aeschynomene americana, Aeschynomene angolense, Aeschynomene aphylla, Aeschynomene batekensis, Aeschynomene baumii, Aeschynomene bella, Aeschynomene benguellensis, Aeschynomene bracteosa, Aeschynomene bullockii, Aeschynomene burttiie, Aeschynomene chimanimaniensis, Aeschynomene crassicaulis, Aeschynomene cristata, Aeschynomene curtisiae, Aeschynomene debilis, Aeschynomene deightonii, Aeschynomene dimidiata, Aeschynomene elaphroxylon, Aeschynomene fluitans, Aeschynomene fulgida, Aeschynomene gazensis, Aeschynomene glabrescens, Aeschynomene glauca, Aeschynomene goetzei, Aeschynomene gracilipes, Aeschynomene grandistipulata, Aeschynomene heurckeana, Aeschynomene indica, Aeschynomene inyangensis, Aeschynomene katangensis, Aeschynomene kerstingii, Aeschynomene latericola, Aeschynomene lateritia, Aeschynomene leptophylla, Aeschynomene maximistipulata, Aeschynomene mediocris,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References