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hairy jointvetch
Scientific Name: Aeschynomene villosa
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Hairy Jointvetch (Aeschynomene villosa)
Hairy Jointvetch, scientifically known as Aeschynomene villosa, is also referred to as hairy joint-vetch, villose jointvetch, and sensitive jointvetch. In Spanish (Mexico), it's known as amor seco or uekaku k'arhiri. American jointvetch is another common name used. This plant is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that the leaves of Sensitive Joint-Vetch (Aeschynomene virginica) respond to touch by slightly folding.
- The stems of Aeschynomene villosa are described as sometimes hard, with hairy upper sections.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions that the leaves of Sensitive Joint-Vetch (Aeschynomene virginica) respond to touch by slightly folding.
- The stems of Aeschynomene villosa are described as sometimes hard, with hairy upper sections.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aeschynomene villosa Poir.
- Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
- Rank: Species
- Nomenclatural Reference: Encyc. J. Lamarck & al. Suppl. 4. 76. 1816 29 Jun 1816
Distribution and Habitat
- The American joint-vetch, presumably referring to plants within the Aeschynomene genus, is native to the Caribbean and nearby regions.
- It is found in Southeastern Arizona.
Ecological Role
- American jointvetch is highly preferred by deer.
- It can be used in rotation with other crops to reduce nematode populations.
- American jointvetch supports cowpea aphids.
Morphological Characteristics
- Hairy Jointvetch is described as a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- The stems can be hairless or hairy.
- Leaves are pinnately compound with numerous leaflets that are slightly hairy.