Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
moeroense
ID:
187496

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

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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.

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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 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.