Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leptophylla
ID:
174183

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.8: 356 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173512

Common Names

  • Leptophylla Aeschynomene
  • Leptophylla Plant
  • Aeschynomene Leptophylla

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Description

Aeschynomene leptophylla (also called Aeschynomene, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry and semi-dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene leptophylla is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aeschynomene leptophylla sub. leptophylla
Aeschynomene leptophylla sub. magnifoliolata J.Léonard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene leptophylla is a yellow-green color with a bell shape. The seed is small and round with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small and slender with a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene leptophylla is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Aeschynomene leptophylla

Aeschynomene leptophylla can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

Aeschynomene leptophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene leptophylla?

Aeschynomene leptophylla

What is the common name of Aeschynomene leptophylla?

Slender-leaf jointvetch

What is the family of Aeschynomene leptophylla?

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