Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
166026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy.: 286 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165355

Common Names

  • Tomentose Sesbania
  • Woolly Sesbania
  • Hairy Sesbania

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Synonyms

  • Sesbania hobdyi O.Deg. & I.Deg. [valid]
  • Sesbania hawaiiensis O.Deg. & I.Deg. [valid]
  • Agati tomentosa (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt. ex A.Gray [valid]
  • Emerus tomentosus Kuntze [valid]
  • Sesbania molokaiensis (O.Deg. & Sherff) O.Deg. & I.Deg. [valid]
  • Sesbania tomentosa molokaiensis O.Deg. & Sherff [unknown]

Description

Sesbania tomentosa (also called Woolly Sesbania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in the Amazon rainforest and other tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sesbania tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it is known for its beautiful yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sesbania tomentosa is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesbania tomentosa is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial shrub. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Both methods will result in a vigorous plant.

Where to Find Sesbania tomentosa

Sesbania tomentosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Sesbania tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesbania tomentosa?

Sesbania tomentosa

What are the common names of Sesbania tomentosa?

Woolly Sesbania

What is the natural habitat of Sesbania tomentosa?

Sesbania tomentosa is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.