Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pfundii
ID:
174464

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler (ed.), Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas, C: 215 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173793

Common Names

  • Pfund's Aeschynomene
  • Pfund Aeschynomene
  • Pfund's Jointvetch

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Synonyms

  • Aeschynomene ptundii Taub. [unknown]

Description

Aeschynomene pfundii (also called Pfund's aeschynomene, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.2–0.5 m. The leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate. It grows in open, dry, rocky areas and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene pfundii is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping, and its wood is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene pfundii has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small seedlings with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene pfundii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Aeschynomene pfundii

Aeschynomene pfundii can be found in the savannas of South America.

Aeschynomene pfundii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene pfundii?

Aeschynomene pfundii

What is the common name of Aeschynomene pfundii?

Pfund's Aeschynomene

What is the habitat of Aeschynomene pfundii?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and woodland edges

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