Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
196060

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 8: 629 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195389

Common Names

  • Nodding Wild Indigo
  • Nodding Eriosema
  • Nodding Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema richardii Baker f. & Haydon [valid]
  • Eriosema buchananii richardii (Baker f. & Haydon) Staner [valid]
  • Eriosema buchananii ellipticum (Staner et De Craene) Staner [unknown]
  • Eriosema richardii ellipticum Staner & De Craene [unknown]

Description

Eriosema nutans (also called Nodding Eriosema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils, and is found in open areas, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema nutans 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

Eriosema nutans has small, yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema nutans is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Eriosema nutans

Eriosema nutans is found in the tropical regions of Africa.

Eriosema nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema nutans?

Eriosema nutans

What is the common name of Eriosema nutans?

Nodding Eriosema

What is the family of Eriosema nutans?

Fabaceae

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