Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
174810

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 123 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174139

Common Names

  • One-Flowered Aeschynomene
  • One-Flowered Joint Vetch
  • One-Flowered Sensitive Plant

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Synonyms

  • Smithia bernieri Baill. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene uniflora uniflora [unknown]
  • Aeschynomene trachyloba Miq. [valid]
  • Aeschynomene papulosa Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Aeschynomene uniflora grandiflora Verdc. [unknown]

Description

Aeschynomene uniflora (also called Aeschynomene uniflora, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynomene uniflora is used in traditional medicines for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynomene uniflora has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a white stripe in the middle.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynomene uniflora is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Aeschynomene uniflora

Aeschynomene uniflora is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Aeschynomene uniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynomene uniflora?

Aeschynomene uniflora

What is the common name of Aeschynomene uniflora?

One-flowered Aeschynomene

Where is Aeschynomene uniflora found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Aeschynomene genus

Aeschynomene nana, Aeschynomene elegans, Aeschynomene guatemalensis, Aeschynomene magna, Aeschynomene paraguayensis, Aeschynomene petraea, Aeschynomene pratensis, Aeschynomene unijuga, Aeschynomene villosa, Aeschynomene virginica, Aeschynomene hirta, Aeschynomene abyssinica, Aeschynomene acutangula, Aeschynomene afraspera, Aeschynomene americana, Aeschynomene angolense, Aeschynomene aphylla, Aeschynomene batekensis, Aeschynomene baumii, Aeschynomene bella, Aeschynomene benguellensis, Aeschynomene bracteosa, Aeschynomene bullockii, Aeschynomene burttiie, Aeschynomene chimanimaniensis, Aeschynomene crassicaulis, Aeschynomene cristata, Aeschynomene curtisiae, Aeschynomene debilis, Aeschynomene deightonii, Aeschynomene dimidiata, Aeschynomene elaphroxylon, Aeschynomene fluitans, Aeschynomene fulgida, Aeschynomene gazensis, Aeschynomene glabrescens, Aeschynomene glauca, Aeschynomene goetzei, Aeschynomene gracilipes, Aeschynomene grandistipulata, Aeschynomene heurckeana, Aeschynomene indica, Aeschynomene inyangensis, Aeschynomene katangensis, Aeschynomene kerstingii, Aeschynomene latericola, Aeschynomene lateritia, Aeschynomene leptophylla, Aeschynomene maximistipulata, Aeschynomene mediocris,

Species in the Fabaceae family