Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) Hauman
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles25: 98 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186825
Common Names
- Pseudoeriosema moeroense
- Moero False Eriosema
- Moero Eriosema
Synonyms
- Glycine moerensis De Wild. [valid]
Description
Pseudoeriosema moeroense (also called African Sesbania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 3 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along riverbanks. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with 5-7 leaflets, and its flowers are yellow and pea-like.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudoeriosema moeroense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudoeriosema moeroense 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 moeroense 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 moeroense
Pseudoeriosema moeroense is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It is also found in India, Sri Lanka, and China.
Pseudoeriosema moeroense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudoeriosema moeroense?
Pseudoeriosema moeroense
What is the common name of Pseudoeriosema moeroense?
Moeroense
What is the natural habitat of Pseudoeriosema moeroense?
Dry open forests and woodlands
Species in the Pseudoeriosema genus
Species in the Fabaceae family