Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflorum
ID:
174793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Linnaea22: 423 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174122

Common Names

  • Longiflorum Eriosema
  • Long-flowered Eriosema
  • Long-flowered Climbing Eriosema

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema riedelii longiflorum (Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Cytisus arvensis Vell. [valid]

Description

Eriosema longiflorum (also called Long-Flower 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 longiflorum 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

Eriosema longiflorum has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a white stripe in the middle.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema longiflorum 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 longiflorum

Eriosema longiflorum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Eriosema longiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema longiflorum?

Eriosema longiflorum

What is the common name of Eriosema longiflorum?

Long-flowered Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema longiflorum?

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