Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicatum
ID:
196196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
W.J.Hooker, Niger Fl.: 313 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195525

Common Names

  • Spicatum Eriosema
  • Eriosema Spicatum
  • Spicat Eriosema

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema parviflorum laxiusculum Staner & De Craene [unknown]

Description

Eriosema spicatum (also called Spiked 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 spicatum 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 spicatum sub. collinum (Hepper) J.K.Morton ex Verdc.
Eriosema spicatum sub. spicatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema spicatum 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 spicatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Where to Find Eriosema spicatum

Eriosema spicatum is native to tropical Africa.

Eriosema spicatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema spicatum?

Eriosema spicatum

What are the common names of Eriosema spicatum?

Spiked Milkweed

What is the habitat of Eriosema spicatum?

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