Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violaceum
ID:
174808

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 347 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174137

Common Names

  • Violet Eriosema
  • Violet Milkwort
  • Violet Purple Milkwort

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Synonyms

  • Eriosema flaviflorum Miq. [valid]
  • Crotalaria lineata Lam. [valid]
  • Cytisus violaceus Aubl. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia violacea (Aubl.) DC. [valid]
  • Glycine picta Vahl [valid]

Description

Eriosema violaceum (also called Eriosema violaceum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosema violaceum is used in traditional medicines for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive purple flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema violaceum is a yellow-orange color, with a tubular shape and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosema violaceum is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Eriosema violaceum

Eriosema violaceum is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Eriosema violaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema violaceum?

Eriosema violaceum

What is the common name of Eriosema violaceum?

Violet Eriosema

Where is Eriosema violaceum found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central 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

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.