Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) Hauman
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles25: 97 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186823
Common Names
- Pseudoeriosema homblei
- Homble's False Eriosema
- Homble False Eriosema
Synonyms
- Glycine homblei De Wild. [valid]
Description
Pseudoeriosema homblei (also called Homble's False Eriosema, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry forests, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudoeriosema homblei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudoeriosema homblei has small yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudoeriosema homblei is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
Where to Find Pseudoeriosema homblei
Pseudoeriosema homblei is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It is also found in India, Sri Lanka, and China.
Pseudoeriosema homblei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudoeriosema homblei?
Pseudoeriosema homblei
What is the common name of Pseudoeriosema homblei?
Homblei
What is the natural habitat of Pseudoeriosema homblei?
Dry open forests and woodlands
Species in the Pseudoeriosema genus
Species in the Fabaceae family