Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst.72: 30 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165865
Common Names
- Brachy Rhachis Eriosema
- Brachy Rhachis Eriosema Tree
- Brachy Rhachis Eriosema Wood
Description
Eriosema brachyrhachis (also called Short-stalked Eriosema, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that typically grows up to 30 meters in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eriosema brachyrhachis is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. Its wood is light and soft, making it suitable for carving and furniture. It is also used as a windbreak and to control soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eriosema brachyrhachis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are flat, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriosema brachyrhachis is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings. The tree prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Eriosema brachyrhachis
Eriosema brachyrhachis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Eriosema brachyrhachis FAQ
What is the common name of Eriosema brachyrhachis?
Short-spined Eriosema
Where does Eriosema brachyrhachis grow?
It is native to Central and South America.
What is the growth rate of Eriosema brachyrhachis?
It has a slow to moderate growth rate.
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