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meadow jointvetch
Scientific Name: Aeschynomene pratensis
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Shrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Meadow Jointvetch (Aeschynomene pratensis)
The Meadow Jointvetch, scientifically known as Aeschynomene pratensis, is a perennial herb belonging to the legume family.
Common Names
- Meadow Jointvetch
- Sensitive Joint-vetch
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions the plant's perennial herb status and shrubby growth habit, indicating potential for woody stems. This, coupled with small leaves, might present a minimal chewing hazard for pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aeschynomene pratensis Small
- Family: Fabaceae (peas, legumes)
- Genus: Aeschynomene L. (jointvetch)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Aeschynomene evenia C. Wright (shrubby jointvetch)
- Aeschynomene portoricensis Urb.
Distribution and Habitat
- Globally, the Meadow Jointvetch is not considered a rare plant.
- However, it is considered sensitive in Florida.
- The plant is also found in Southeastern Arizona.
- It is found in meadows, open woods/savannahs and wet savannahs
Morphological Characteristics
- The Meadow Jointvetch is a perennial herb with robust, erect stems that can reach up to 6 feet tall.
- It has compound leaves with 20-26 oblong leaflets, each less than 0.5 inch long and entire (smooth-edged).
- The plant develops a bare stem and a thick crown.
Ecology
- Jointvetches are legumes.
Further Information
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Aeschynomene pratensis.
- Florida Natural Areas Inventory has information on Meadow Jointvetch.