Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
populifolium
ID:
196166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Harv. & Sond.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 259 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195495

Common Names

  • Eriosema Populifolium
  • Poplar-Leaf Eriosema
  • Poplar-Leaf Wild Indigo

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Description

Eriosema populifolium (also called 'Populifolium Eriosema' and 'Populifolium 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 populifolium is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriosema populifolium sub. capensis C.H.Stirt. & Gordon-Gray
Eriosema populifolium sub. populifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema populifolium 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 populifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Eriosema populifolium

Eriosema populifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Eriosema populifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema populifolium?

Eriosema populifolium

What is the common name of Eriosema populifolium?

Poplar-leaved Eriosema

What type of plant is Eriosema populifolium?

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.