Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platycarpon
ID:
174796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève28(7): 34 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174125

Common Names

  • Platycarpon Eriosema
  • Broad-fruit Eriosema
  • Broad-fruit Climbing Eriosema

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Description

Eriosema platycarpon (also called Broad-Fruited 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 platycarpon 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 platycarpon 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 platycarpon 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 platycarpon

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

Eriosema platycarpon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema platycarpon?

Eriosema platycarpon

What is the common name of Eriosema platycarpon?

Broad-fruited Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema platycarpon?

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