Sesbania brachycarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Fragm.11: 32 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188076
Common Names
- Brachycarpa
- Short-fruited Sesbania
- Short-fruited Wattle
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- Emerus brachycarpus (F.Muell.) Kuntze [valid]
- Sesbania aculeata parviflora Benth. [unknown]
Description
Sesbania brachycarpa (also called Brachycarpa sesban, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m in height with trifoliate leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sesbania brachycarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are edible and used as a garnish in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sesbania brachycarpa are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sesbania brachycarpa is a perennial shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in the late spring or early summer and place them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Sesbania brachycarpa
Sesbania brachycarpa is native to Australia, and can be found in the northern regions of the country.
Sesbania brachycarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sesbania brachycarpa?
Sesbania brachycarpa
What is the common name of Sesbania brachycarpa?
Short-fruited Sesbania
What is the family of Sesbania brachycarpa?
Fabaceae
Species in the Sesbania genus
Sesbania exasperata, Sesbania macroptera, Sesbania oligosperma, Sesbania tomentosa, Sesbania vesicaria, Sesbania brevipedunculata, Sesbania cannabina, Sesbania cinerascens, Sesbania coerulescens, Sesbania dummeri, Sesbania goetzei, Sesbania greenwayi, Sesbania hirtistyla, Sesbania keniensis, Sesbania leptocarpa, Sesbania macowaniana, Sesbania macrantha, Sesbania mossambicensis, Sesbania notialis, Sesbania pachycarpa, Sesbania paucisemina, Sesbania punicea, Sesbania quadrata, Sesbania rostrata, Sesbania sericea, Sesbania sesban, Sesbania grandiflora, Sesbania somalensis, Sesbania speciosa, Sesbania sphaerocarpa, Sesbania subalata, Sesbania sudanica, Sesbania tetraptera, Sesbania transvaalensis, Sesbania wildemannii, Sesbania herbacea, Sesbania virgata, Sesbania coccinea, Sesbania drummondii, Sesbania longifolia, Sesbania javanica, Sesbania chippendalei, Sesbania formosa, Sesbania erubescens, Sesbania simpliciuscula, Sesbania brachycarpa, Sesbania benthamiana, Sesbania campylocarpa, Sesbania concolor, Sesbania madagascariensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sesbania brachycarpa F.Muell.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.