Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
homblei
ID:
187494

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

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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.