Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
terniflorum
ID:
196045

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern ex Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.33: 234 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195374

Common Names

  • Terniflorum Eriosema
  • Terniflorum Velvet Bean
  • Terniflorum Velvet-bean

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema antunesii Harms [valid]
  • Eriosema terniflorum karangense Hauman [unknown]

Description

Eriosema terniflorum (also called Three-Flowered Eriosema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils, and is found in open areas, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema terniflorum is used as a traditional medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriosema terniflorum var. katangense Hauman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriosema terniflorum has small, yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema terniflorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Eriosema terniflorum

Eriosema terniflorum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and Ethiopia, and is also found in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands, often in disturbed areas.

Eriosema terniflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema terniflorum?

Eriosema terniflorum

What is the common name of Eriosema terniflorum?

Terniflorum Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema terniflorum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of tropical Africa.

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

William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.