Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tisserantii
ID:
196212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Staner & De Craene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Sci. Bruxelles, Sér. B54: 69 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195541

Common Names

  • Tisserantii Eriosema
  • Eriosema Tisserantii
  • Tisserantii Eriosema Plant

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema tisserantii angustifolium Hauman [unknown]

Description

Eriosema tisserantii (also called Tisserant's 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 tisserantii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema tisserantii 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 tisserantii 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 tisserantii

Eriosema tisserantii is native to tropical Africa.

Eriosema tisserantii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema tisserantii?

Eriosema tisserantii

What are the common names of Eriosema tisserantii?

Tisserant's Milkweed

What is the habitat of Eriosema tisserantii?

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

References

Pierre Staner (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staner' in the authors string.
Albert De Craene (b.1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Craene' in the authors string.