Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinerascens
ID:
178725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 134 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178054

Common Names

  • Sesbania cinerascens
  • Ashy Sesbania
  • Grey Sesbania

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Synonyms

  • Sesbania kapangensis Cronquist [unknown]

Description

Sesbania cinerascens (also called ash-colored sesbania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with bright yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and is commonly found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Sesbania cinerascens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, tubular, about 5 cm long. Seed: small, black, oblong. Seedlings: dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesbania cinerascens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Sesbania cinerascens

Sesbania cinerascens is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, tropical forests.

Sesbania cinerascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesbania cinerascens?

Sesbania cinerascens

What is the family of Sesbania cinerascens?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Sesbania cinerascens?

Ashes Sesbania

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.