Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
heteroneura
ID:
166230

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.4: 214 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165559

Common Names

  • Centrosema heteroneura
  • Heteroneura Centrosema
  • Centrosema

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Synonyms

  • Bradburya heteroneura Standl. [unknown]

Description

Centrosema heteroneura (also called variable-winged butterfly pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a slender, erect stem and oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in moist, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema heteroneura is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil-improving crop, and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a cover crop and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centrosema heteroneura is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema heteroneura is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Centrosema heteroneura

Centrosema heteroneura is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Centrosema heteroneura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema heteroneura?

Centrosema heteroneura

What are the common names of Centrosema heteroneura?

Heteroneuric butterfly pea, Trailing butterfly pea

What is the growth habit of Centrosema heteroneura?

It is a trailing, perennial vine

Species in the Centrosema genus

Centrosema bellum, Centrosema carajasense, Centrosema grazielae, Centrosema acutifolium, Centrosema arenarium, Centrosema arenicola, Centrosema bifidum, Centrosema bracteosum, Centrosema capitatum, Centrosema coriaceum, Centrosema dasyanthum, Centrosema fasciculatum, Centrosema grandiflorum, Centrosema haitiense, Centrosema heteroneura, Centrosema jaraguaensis, Centrosema latidens, Centrosema macranthum, Centrosema macrocarpum, Centrosema pascuorum, Centrosema platycarpum, Centrosema rotundifolium, Centrosema schottii, Centrosema tapirapoanense, Centrosema triquetrum, Centrosema unifoliatum, Centrosema variifolium, Centrosema venosum, Centrosema vetulum, Centrosema vexillatum, Centrosema molle, Centrosema brachypodum, Centrosema angustifolium, Centrosema heptaphyllum, Centrosema brasilianum, Centrosema plumieri, Centrosema pubescens, Centrosema virginianum, Centrosema kermesii, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema heteroneurum, Centrosema jaraguaense, Centrosema lucia-helenae, Centrosema teresae, Centrosema tetragonolobum, Centrosema sericiflorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family