Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysadenium
ID:
196054

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.23: 195 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195383

Common Names

  • Chrysadenium Eriosema
  • Adamii Eriosema
  • Adam's Eriosema

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Description

Eriosema chrysadenium (also called Golden 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 chrysadenium is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, skin diseases, and diarrhea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriosema chrysadenium var. intermedia Hauman
Eriosema chrysadenium var. macrorhizum Hauman
Eriosema chrysadenium var. grandiflorum Verdc.
Eriosema chrysadenium var. chrysadenium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriosema chrysadenium 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 chrysadenium 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 chrysadenium

Eriosema chrysadenium is found in the tropical regions of Africa.

Eriosema chrysadenium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema chrysadenium?

Eriosema chrysadenium

What is the common name of Eriosema chrysadenium?

Golden Eriosema

What is the family of Eriosema chrysadenium?

Fabaceae

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