Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberosum
ID:
196214

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 227 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195543

Common Names

  • Tuberosum Eriosema
  • Eriosema Tuberosum
  • Tuberosum Eriosema Plant

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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia tuberosa Hochst. ex A.Rich. [valid]

Description

Eriosema tuberosum (also called Tuberous 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 tuberosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema tuberosum 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 tuberosum 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 tuberosum

Eriosema tuberosum is native to tropical Africa.

Eriosema tuberosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema tuberosum?

Eriosema tuberosum

What is the common name of Eriosema tuberosum?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema tuberosum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America

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

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:494194-1: Based on the initial data import