Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiflorum
ID:
166541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robinson

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165870

Common Names

  • Eriosema Multiflorum
  • Multiflorum Eriosema
  • Eriosema multiflorum tree

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Description

Eriosema multiflorum (also called Many-flowered Eriosema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema multiflorum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema multiflorum is white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema multiflorum can be cultivated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Eriosema multiflorum

Eriosema multiflorum is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Eriosema multiflorum FAQ

What is the common name of Eriosema multiflorum?

Many-flowered Eriosema

Where does Eriosema multiflorum grow?

It is native to Central and South America.

What is the growth rate of Eriosema multiflorum?

It has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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