Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulcherrimum
ID:
196174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler & K.A.E.Prantl, Nat. Pflanzenfam.3(3): 375 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195503

Common Names

  • Beautiful False Indigo
  • Beautiful Indigo
  • Pulcherrimum

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Description

Eriosema pulcherrimum (also called 'Beautiful Eriosema' and 'Pulcherrimum 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 pulcherrimum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema pulcherrimum 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 pulcherrimum 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 pulcherrimum

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

Eriosema pulcherrimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema pulcherrimum?

Eriosema pulcherrimum

What is the common name of Eriosema pulcherrimum?

Beautiful Eriosema

What type of plant is Eriosema pulcherrimum?

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