Eriosema transvaalense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.H.Stirt.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bothalia13: 323 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195542
Common Names
- Transvaalense Eriosema
- Eriosema Transvaalense
- Transvaalense Eriosema Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriosema transvaalense (also called Transvaal 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 transvaalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriosema transvaalense 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriosema transvaalense 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 transvaalense
Eriosema transvaalense is native to tropical Africa.
Eriosema transvaalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriosema transvaalense?
Eriosema transvaalense
What are the common names of Eriosema transvaalense?
Transvaal Milkweed
What is the habitat of Eriosema transvaalense?
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
Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Eriosema transvaalense C.H.Stirt.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.