Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ellipticifolium
ID:
196089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich66: 229 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195418

Common Names

  • Elliptic-Leaved Eriosema
  • Eriosema Ellipticifolium
  • Ellipticifolium Eriosema

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema nanum Burtt Davy [valid]

Description

Eriosema ellipticifolium (also called Elliptic-leaved Eriosema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, where it is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in open and disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema ellipticifolium is yellow with a white center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema ellipticifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Eriosema ellipticifolium

Eriosema ellipticifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Eriosema ellipticifolium FAQ

What are the common names of Eriosema ellipticifolium?

Eriosema ellipticifolium is commonly known as the False Buttonweed

What is the growth habit of Eriosema ellipticifolium?

Eriosema ellipticifolium is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit

What is the native range of Eriosema ellipticifolium?

Eriosema ellipticifolium is native to South Africa

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