Sesbania sudanica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.B.Gillett
Source:
ildis
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.17: 135 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178576
Common Names
- Coffee Pod
- Sudan Sesbania
- Sesbania
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- Sesbania sudanica sudanica [unknown]
- Sesbania sudanica occidentalis J.B.Gillett [unknown]
Description
Sesbania sudanica (also called Sudan Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Americas, from the United States to Argentina. It grows in open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sesbania sudanica is used as a fodder crop, for soil improvement, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Sesbania sudanica has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: Sesbania sudanica has small, black seeds. Seedlings: Sesbania sudanica seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sesbania sudanica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be placed in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Sesbania sudanica
Sesbania sudanica is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.
Sesbania sudanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sesbania sudanica?
Sesbania sudanica
What is the common name of Sesbania sudanica?
Sudan sesbania
What is the family of Sesbania sudanica?
Fabaceae
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
Jan Bevington Gillett (1911-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Gillett' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sesbania sudanica J.B.Gillett: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.