Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
muxiria
ID:
184091

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Baker) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 397 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183420

Common Names

  • False Minniebush
  • Pseudeminia Muxiria
  • False Minnie-bush

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Synonyms

  • Rhynchosia muxiria (Welw. ex Baker) Torre [valid]
  • Eriosema muxiria Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Muxiria utilis Welw. [valid]

Description

Pseudeminia muxiria (also called 'Muxir Clover', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and pastures. It has trifoliate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudeminia muxiria is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudeminia muxiria has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudeminia muxiria is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Pseudeminia muxiria

Pseudeminia muxiria is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Pseudeminia muxiria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudeminia muxiria?

Pseudeminia muxiria

What is the family of Pseudeminia muxiria?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Pseudeminia muxiria?

Muxiria Bean

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.