Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simpliciuscula
ID:
188700

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 213 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188029

Common Names

  • Simple Sesban
  • Sesbania simpliciuscula
  • Small-leaved Sesban

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Synonyms

  • Emerus simpliciusculus (F.Muell. ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Sesbania simpliciuscula (also called Sesbania herbacea, among many other common names) is an erect, annual shrub native to tropical regions of Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Sesbania simpliciuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive pink flowers. It is also used as a source of food and medicine in some areas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sesbania simpliciuscula var. fitzroyensis N.T.Burb.
Sesbania simpliciuscula var. simpliciuscula

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sesbania simpliciuscula has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesbania simpliciuscula is a small shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from actively growing stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Sesbania simpliciuscula

Sesbania simpliciuscula is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Sesbania simpliciuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesbania simpliciuscula?

Sesbania simpliciuscula

What is the common name of Sesbania simpliciuscula?

Small-leaved Sesbania

What is the natural habitat of Sesbania simpliciuscula?

Dry sclerophyll forest

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.