Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punicea
ID:
179045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 43 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178374

Common Names

  • Scarlet Wisteria
  • Red Sesbania
  • Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Daubentonia punicea (Cav.) DC. [valid]
  • Piscidia ovalifolia Larrañaga [valid]
  • Piscidia ovalis Larrañaga [invalid]
  • Piscidia punicea Cav. [valid]
  • Sesbania tripetii F.T.Hubb. [unknown]
  • Aeschynomene miniata Ortega [valid]
  • Daubentonia tripetiana Poit. [invalid]
  • Daubentonia tripetii Poit. [valid]
  • Daubentonia superbissima Haage & Schmidt ex K.Koch [valid]
  • Emerus puniceus (Cav.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ormocarpum elegans G.Don [valid]
  • Solulus elegans (G.Don) Kuntze [valid]
  • Sesbania tripetii (Poit.) hort. ex F.T.Hubb. [unknown]
  • Sesbania tripetii (Poit.) Mouill. [valid]

Description

Sesbania punicea (also called Scarlet Wisteria, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in moist, open habitats such as riverbanks, wetlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sesbania punicea is used as an ornamental plant, as a fodder crop, as a green manure, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sesbania punicea is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesbania punicea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sesbania punicea

Sesbania punicea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Sesbania punicea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesbania punicea?

Sesbania punicea

What is the common name of Sesbania punicea?

Scarlet wisteria

What is the natural habitat of Sesbania punicea?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.