Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uliginosa
ID:
204400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
R.Sweet, Hort. Brit., ed. 3: 171 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203729

Common Names

  • Sesbania uliginosa
  • Swamp Sesbania
  • Swamp Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Aeschynomene uliginosa Roxb. [valid]

Description

Sesbania uliginosa (also called Marsh Sesbania, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sesbania uliginosa is used as a green manure crop, a forage crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sesbania uliginosa is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesbania uliginosa is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of young shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sesbania uliginosa

Sesbania uliginosa is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Sesbania uliginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesbania uliginosa?

Sesbania uliginosa

What is the common name of Sesbania uliginosa?

Uliginous Sesbania

What is the natural habitat of Sesbania uliginosa?

Dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands

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