Entada africana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guill. & Perr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent.: 233 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207886
Common Names
- African Snuffbox
- African Entada
- African Sea-bean
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- Entada sudanica Schweinf. [valid]
- Entadopsis sudanica (Schweinf.) G.C.C.Gilbert & Bou [deprecated]
- Entada ubanguiensis De Wild. [valid]
- Pusaetha africana (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [valid]
- Pusaetha sudanica (Schweinf.) Kuntze [valid]
- Entadopsis sudanica (Schweinf.) G.C.C.Gilbert & Boutique [valid]
Description
Entada africana (also called African Dream Herb, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Entada africana is used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anxiety, and digestive issues. It is also used as a tonic to boost the immune system and to improve overall health.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Entada africana flowers are white or cream-colored, and are arranged in small clusters. The seeds are large, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny seed coat. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Entada africana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Africa. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Entada africana
Entada africana can be found in Africa.
Entada africana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Entada africana?
Entada africana
What is the common name of Entada africana?
African Dream Herb
What is the habitat of Entada africana?
Moist, tropical forests
Species in the Entada genus
Entada polyphylla, Entada polystachya, Entada rheedii, Entada phaseoloides, Entada louvelii, Entada pervillei, Entada rheedei, Entada tuberosa, Entada glandulosa, Entada tonkinensis, Entada reticulata, Entada spiralis, Entada abyssinica, Entada borneensis, Entada parvifolia, Entada africana, Entada arenaria, Entada bacillaris, Entada chrysostachys, Entada dolichorrhachis, Entada camerunensis, Entada gigas, Entada hockii, Entada leptostachya, Entada mannii, Entada mossambicensis, Entada nudiflora, Entada phaneroneura, Entada spinescens, Entada stuhlmannii, Entada wahlbergia, Entada mossamhicensis, Entada zeylanica, Entada simplicata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Entada africana Guill. & Perr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.