Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosum
ID:
676479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lace

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1915: 399 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675811

Common Names

  • Hairy Eriosema
  • Pilosum Eriosema
  • Hairy-Leaved Eriosema

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Description

Eriosema pilosum (also called Hairy Eriosema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem and lanceolate leaves. It grows in grasslands, woodlands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema pilosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema pilosum is a yellow-orange color with a white center. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval shape. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema pilosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Eriosema pilosum

Eriosema pilosum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo provinces.

Eriosema pilosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema pilosum?

Eriosema pilosum

What is the common name of Eriosema pilosum?

Hairy Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema pilosum?

Grassy slopes, grassland, and rocky outcrops

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