Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triformum
ID:
1320341

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burgt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.67: 264 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332795


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Description

Eriosema triformum (also called 'Three-Form Eriosema', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has a decumbent habit and grows to a height of about 20 cm. The leaves are linear-lanceolate and the flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema triformum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema triformum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema triformum is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is best cultivated in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a bright, sunny spot and watered regularly. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps, or by seed.

Where to Find Eriosema triformum

Eriosema triformum can be found in the dry forests of South America.

Eriosema triformum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema triformum?

Eriosema triformum

What is the common name of Eriosema triformum?

Triform Eriosema

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema triformum?

Dry grasslands and rocky areas

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

Xander M. van der Burgt (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burgt' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Eriosema triformum Burgt: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.