Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 8 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174171
Common Names
- Aeschynomene venulosa
- Water Jointvetch
- Water Vetch
Synonyms
- Aeschynomene venulosa grandis Verdc. [unknown]
Description
Aeschynomene venulosa (also called 'Venulosa aeschynomene', 'Venulosa aeschynomene', 'Venulosa aeschynomene' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa. It grows in moist savannas, wet meadows, and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynomene venulosa is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeschynomene venulosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two to three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeschynomene venulosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Aeschynomene venulosa
Aeschynomene venulosa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in wet lowland forests, often near rivers and streams.
Aeschynomene venulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene venulosa?
Aeschynomene venulosa
What is the common name of Aeschynomene venulosa?
Veined aeschynomene
What is the natural habitat of Aeschynomene venulosa?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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