Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montanum
ID:
196149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.33: 142 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195478

Common Names

  • Montanum Eriosema
  • Mountain Eriosema
  • Eriosema Montanum

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Description

Eriosema montanum (also called 'Mountain Eriosema' and 'Montanum Eriosema', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a sprawling habit and grows up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are oval-shaped and have a velvety texture. It has white flowers with yellow centers and is found in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema montanum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriosema montanum var. badium Jacq.-Fél.
Eriosema montanum var. brevipedunculatum Verdc.
Eriosema montanum var. montanum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema montanum is white or pinkish with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema montanum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-ripe stem cuttings in summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Eriosema montanum

Eriosema montanum is native to tropical Africa and India.

Eriosema montanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema montanum?

Eriosema montanum

What is the common name of Eriosema montanum?

Mountain Eriosema

What type of plant is Eriosema montanum?

Herb

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