Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
crassicaulis
ID:
173828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.40: 38 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173157

Common Names

  • Aeschynomene Crassicaulis
  • Thick-stemmed Aeschynomene
  • Aeschynomene

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Synonyms

  • Smithia trochainii Berhaut [valid]
  • Aeschynomene schimperi crassicaulis A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Aeschynomene crassicaulis (also called Thick-stemmed aeschynomene, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene crassicaulis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and digestive issues. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene crassicaulis is yellow, with four petals, and is around 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene crassicaulis is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist soils. Propagation is best done by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Aeschynomene crassicaulis

Aeschynomene crassicaulis is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Aeschynomene crassicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene crassicaulis?

Aeschynomene crassicaulis

What is the common name of Aeschynomene crassicaulis?

Thick-stemmed Jointvetch

What is the family of Aeschynomene crassicaulis?

Fabaceae

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