Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusum
ID:
174789

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 347 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174118

Common Names

  • Diffuse Eriosema
  • Broad-leaf Eriosema
  • Climbing Eriosema

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema diffusum oblongifolia (DC.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Eriosema diffusum holosericeum Benth. ex Seem. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia diffusa oblongifolia DC. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia diffusa (Kunth) DC. [valid]
  • Glycine diffusa Kunth [valid]
  • Glycine procumbens Willd. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Eriosema diffusum oblongifolium (DC.) G.Don [valid]
  • Rhynchosia hirsuta M.Martens & Galeotti [illegitimate]

Description

Eriosema diffusum (also called Diffuse Eriosema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema diffusum is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving cover crop. It is also used as a green manure crop and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema diffusum is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped, brown seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema diffusum is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Eriosema diffusum

Eriosema diffusum is native to tropical Africa and India.

Eriosema diffusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema diffusum?

Eriosema diffusum

What is the common name of Eriosema diffusum?

Diffuse Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema diffusum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.