Sesbania leptocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 265 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178208
Common Names
- Small-fruit Sesbania
- Small-fruit Rattlebox
- Small-fruit Sesbania
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- Sesbania arabica Hochst. ex Steud. [unknown]
Description
Sesbania leptocarpa (also called Slender-fruited Sesbania, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has a shallow taproot and grows up to a height of 1.5 m. It has yellow-orange flowers and grows in grasslands, open woodlands and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sesbania leptocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, as a fodder crop, as a green manure, and as a windbreak.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Sesbania leptocarpa var. minimiflora (J.B.Gillett) G.P.LewisSesbania leptocarpa var. leptocarpa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sesbania leptocarpa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sesbania leptocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Sesbania leptocarpa
Sesbania leptocarpa is native to South America and is found in moist areas, such as near rivers and lakes.
Sesbania leptocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sesbania leptocarpa?
Sesbania leptocarpa
What is the common name of Sesbania leptocarpa?
Slender Sesbania
What is the growth habit of Sesbania leptocarpa?
It is an erect, annual shrub, growing up to 3 m in height
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
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sesbania leptocarpa DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.