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Aeschynomene brasiliana

Scientific Name: Aeschynomene brasiliana

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

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Aeschynomene brasiliana

Aeschynomene brasiliana, also known as Brazilian jointvetch, is a plant species belonging to the Fabaceae (legume) family.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is described as glandular-hispidulous, meaning it is bristly and sticky.
  • It's a prostrate or decumbent herb with stems that can reach up to 2 meters in length.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Aeschynomene brasiliana (Poir.) DC.
  • Common Name: Brazilian jointvetch
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Fabaceae (Papilionoideae subfamily is also mentioned)
  • Synonyms:
    • Aeschynomene biflora (Mill.) Fawc. & Rendle
    • Aeschynomene guaricana Pittier
    • Hedysarum brasilianum Poir (mentioned as a name used on Discover Life)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Varieties:
    • Aeschynomene brasiliana var. brasiliana (Poir.)DC.
    • Aeschynomene brasiliana var. venezolana Rudd
  • Formerly Used Name: Aeschynomene paucijuga var. subscabra DC.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Aeschynomene brasiliana is widespread and common in Central and South America.

Ecological Role

  • It is listed as a potentially weedy pasture legume.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is a prostrate or decumbent herb with stems reaching up to about 2 meters.
  • The plant is glandular-hispidulous (bristly and sticky) and crisp-pubescent.
  • The stems are woody near the crown.
  • Leaves are pinnate.
  • Inflorescence comprises 1-8 yellow flowers.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Legumes in the genus Aeschynomene form nitrogen-fixing root nodules.

Further Information

  • Information can be found in databases such as the International Plant Names Index (IPNI) and The Plant List.
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility) also provides information on Aeschynomene brasiliana.
  • Tropicos database is mentioned.
  • Encyclopedia of Life