Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ellipticum
ID:
196092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 227 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195421

Common Names

  • Elliptic Eriosema
  • Eriosema Ellipticum
  • Ellipticum Eriosema

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Description

Eriosema ellipticum (also called Elliptic 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 ellipticum 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 ellipticum sub. claessensii (De Wild.) Verdc.
Eriosema ellipticum sub. ellipticum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema ellipticum 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 ellipticum is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart and kept moist until established. The plant can also be propagated by division of the rootstock in spring.

Where to Find Eriosema ellipticum

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

Eriosema ellipticum FAQ

What are the common names of Eriosema ellipticum?

Eriosema ellipticum is commonly known as the False Buttonweed

What is the growth habit of Eriosema ellipticum?

Eriosema ellipticum is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit

What is the native range of Eriosema ellipticum?

Eriosema ellipticum 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

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.