Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatum
ID:
196030

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.H.Stirt.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bothalia16: 13 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195359

Common Names

  • Eriosema acuminatum
  • Acuminate Eriosema
  • Acuminate Wild Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Desmodium squarrosum acuminatum Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Eriosema squarrosum acuminatum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Harv. [valid]
  • Eriosema zeyheri acuminatum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Baker [valid]

Description

Eriosema acuminatum (also called Acuminate Eriosema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils, and is found in open areas, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema acuminatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriosema acuminatum has small, yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema acuminatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Eriosema acuminatum

Eriosema acuminatum is found in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Eriosema acuminatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema acuminatum?

Eriosema acuminatum

What is the common name of Eriosema acuminatum?

Acuminate Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema acuminatum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of tropical Africa.

Species in the Eriosema genus

Eriosema brevipes, Eriosema crassicaule, Eriosema irwinii, Eriosema longicalyx, Eriosema brachyrhachis, Eriosema cupreum, Eriosema glaziovii, Eriosema hasslerianum, Eriosema laxiflorum, Eriosema multiflorum, Eriosema palmeri, Eriosema stenophyllum, Eriosema tacuaremboense, Eriosema benthamianum, Eriosema campestre, Eriosema congestum, Eriosema crinitum, Eriosema defoliatum, Eriosema diffusum, Eriosema floribundum, Eriosema grandiflorum, Eriosema heterophyllum, Eriosema longiflorum, Eriosema longifolium, Eriosema obovatum, Eriosema platycarpon, Eriosema prorepens, Eriosema pulchellum, Eriosema pycnanthum, Eriosema riedelii, Eriosema rigidum, Eriosema rufum, Eriosema simplicifolium, Eriosema strictum, Eriosema venulosum, Eriosema violaceum, Eriosema glabrum, Eriosema chinense, Eriosema boelckei, Eriosema acuminatum, Eriosema adamaouense, Eriosema adami, Eriosema adamii, Eriosema affinis, Eriosema afzelii, Eriosema albogriseum, Eriosema andohii, Eriosema pauciflorum, Eriosema angolense, Eriosema flemingioides,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.
Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.