Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes.3(6): 88 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522197
Common Names
- Pawek's Jointvetch
- Pawek's Aeschynomene
- Pawek's Joint Vetch
Description
Aeschynomene pawekiae (also called 'Pawek's Aeschynomene', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has pinnate leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It is typically found in wet, marshy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynomene pawekiae is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and containers. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeschynomene pawekiae has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, slender, curved pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene pawekiae can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Aeschynomene pawekiae
Aeschynomene pawekiae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Aeschynomene pawekiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene pawekiae?
Aeschynomene pawekiae
What type of plant is Aeschynomene pawekiae?
A herbaceous plant
Where is Aeschynomene pawekiae found?
It is found in tropical Africa
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