Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sparsiflorum
ID:
196194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.33: 144 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195523

Common Names

  • Sparsiflorum Eriosema
  • Eriosema Sparsiflorum
  • Sparsiflor Eriosema

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema sparsiflorum sessiliflorum Hauman [unknown]

Description

Eriosema sparsiflorum (also called Sparse-flowered Eriosema, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody stem base. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema sparsiflorum 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 sparsiflorum var. sessilifolium Hauman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema sparsiflorum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema sparsiflorum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-ripe stem cuttings in summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Eriosema sparsiflorum

Eriosema sparsiflorum is native to tropical Africa.

Eriosema sparsiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema sparsiflorum?

Eriosema sparsiflorum

What are the common names of Eriosema sparsiflorum?

Sparse-flowered Milkweed

What is the habitat of Eriosema sparsiflorum?

It is found in grassland, woodland and scrubland habitats

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