Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris1: 388 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196629
Common Names
- Eriosema bujeriana
- Bujer's Eriosema
- Bujer's Bean
Description
Eriosema bujeriana (also called Bujer's Eriosema, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a woody stem with a few branches. The leaves are trifoliate, and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in dry forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Eriosema bujeriana is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Eriosema bujeriana are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and round and are usually black or dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriosema bujeriana is a tropical perennial shrub that is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination.
Where to Find Eriosema bujeriana
Eriosema bujeriana is native to tropical Africa and is not widely cultivated. It is rarely found in nurseries or online retailers.
Eriosema bujeriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriosema bujeriana?
Eriosema bujeriana
What family does Eriosema bujeriana belong to?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Eriosema bujeriana?
Bujer's eriosema
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