Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verdickii
ID:
196189

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 4, 1: 201 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195518

Common Names

  • Verdick's Eriosema
  • Verdickii Eriosema
  • Eriosema Verdickii

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Description

Eriosema verdickii (also called Verdick'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 verdickii is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriosema verdickii var. schoutedenianum (Staner & De Craene) Verdc.
Eriosema verdickii var. verdickii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema verdickii 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 verdickii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-ripe stem cuttings in summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Eriosema verdickii

Eriosema verdickii is native to tropical Africa.

Eriosema verdickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema verdickii?

Eriosema verdickii

What are the common names of Eriosema verdickii?

Verdick's Milkweed

What is the habitat of Eriosema verdickii?

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