Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassicaule
ID:
165026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grear

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.20(3): 57 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164355

Common Names

  • Thick-Stemmed Eriosema
  • Thick-Stalked Eriosema
  • Thick-Stemmed Eriosema

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Description

Eriosema crassicaule (also called Eriosema, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema crassicaule is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriosema crassicaule has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema crassicaule is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Eriosema crassicaule

Eriosema crassicaule can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Eriosema crassicaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema crassicaule?

Eriosema crassicaule

What are the common names of Eriosema crassicaule?

Thick-stalked Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema crassicaule?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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