Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
afzelii
ID:
196035

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 225 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195364

Common Names

  • Afzelii Eriosema
  • Affinis Eriosema
  • Spinosa Indigofera

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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia afzelii R.Br. ex Baker [invalid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriosema afzelii 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 afzelii 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 afzelii

Eriosema afzelii is found in the tropical regions of Africa.

Eriosema afzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema afzelii?

Eriosema afzelii

What is the common name of Eriosema afzelii?

Afzelius' Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema afzelii?

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