Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
petraea
ID:
166174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robinson

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165503

Common Names

  • Petraea Jointvetch
  • Petraea Aeschynomene
  • Petrae Aeschynomene

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Description

Aeschynomene petraea (also called 'Rocky aeschynomene', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene petraea is used as a forage crop, as a cover crop to protect the soil from erosion, and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility and structure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeschynomene petraea is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene petraea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Aeschynomene petraea

Aeschynomene petraea is native to Africa and can be found in moist soils near rivers and streams.

Aeschynomene petraea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene petraea?

Aeschynomene petraea

What is the common name of Aeschynomene petraea?

Rocky Jointvetch

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene petraea?

Dry areas, open fields, and disturbed sites

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