Status:
valid
Authors:
Bidgood & Friis
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.18: 211 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498333
Common Names
- Melanocaulis Sesbania
- Melanocaulis Sesbania Plant
- Melanocaulis Sesbania Plant
Description
Sesbania melanocaulis (also called Black-Stemmed Sesbania, among many other common names) is a large shrub with large, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and is found in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sesbania melanocaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sesbania melanocaulis are yellow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sesbania melanocaulis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered sparingly.
Where to Find Sesbania melanocaulis
Sesbania melanocaulis is native to Africa and can be found in moist, tropical climates.
Sesbania melanocaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sesbania melanocaulis?
Sesbania melanocaulis
What are the common names of Sesbania melanocaulis?
Black-stemmed Sesbania, Black-stemmed Wisteria
What is the distribution of Sesbania melanocaulis?
Sesbania melanocaulis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
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
Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.