Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
196220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern ex Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.33: 229 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195549

Common Names

  • Eriosema Welwitschii
  • Welwitsch's Eriosema
  • Welwitsch's Wild Indigo

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Description

Eriosema welwitschii (also called Welwitsch'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 welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosema welwitschii 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 welwitschii 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 welwitschii

Eriosema welwitschii is native to tropical Africa.

Eriosema welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosema welwitschii?

Eriosema welwitschii

What is the common name of Eriosema welwitschii?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Eriosema welwitschii?

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

William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.