Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herbacea
ID:
180529

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) McVaugh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana5: 695 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179858

Common Names

  • Sesbania herbacea
  • Herbaceous Sesbania
  • Herbaceous Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Sesbania emerus (Aubl.) Urb. [unknown]
  • Aeschynomene emerus Aubl. [unknown]
  • Sesbania picta Lindl. ex Griseb. [invalid]
  • Sesbania occidentalis (Willd.) Poir. [unknown]
  • Emerus sesban occidentalis (Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Coronilla occidentalis Willd. [unknown]
  • Emerus herbaceus Mill. [valid]
  • Darwinia exaltata Raf. [valid]
  • Sesban exaltatus (Raf.) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Sesbania exaltata (Raf.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Sesbania sonorae Rydb. [unknown]
  • Sesbania cassioides G.Don [unknown]
  • Cytisus tetragonus Sessé & Moc. [valid]
  • Emerus herbacea Mill. [unknown]
  • Sesbania macrocarpa picta S.Watson [unknown]
  • Sesbania occidentalis multijuga Griseb. [unknown]
  • Sesbania occidentalis pubescens Griseb. [unknown]
  • Aeschynomene cassioides Ruiz & Pav. ex G.Don [unknown]

Description

Sesbania herbacea (also called Herbaceous Sesbania, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has pinnate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sesbania herbacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sesbania herbacea has small, yellow or white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, kidney-shaped pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval leaves, and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesbania herbacea is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Where to Find Sesbania herbacea

Sesbania herbacea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.

Sesbania herbacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesbania herbacea?

Sesbania herbacea

What is the common name of Sesbania herbacea?

Herbaceous Sesbania

Where can Sesbania herbacea be found?

Sesbania herbacea can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.