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Aeschynomene aspera

Pith Plant, Sola Pith Plant
Also known as: Adesmia wallichiana Gillies ex Hook. +6 more
  • Adesmia wallichiana Gillies ex Hook.
  • Aeschynomene aquatica Steud.
  • Aeschynomene aspera var. oligarthra F.Muell.
  • Aeschynomene indica var. aspera (L.) Hassk. ex Miq.
  • Aeschynomene lagenaria Lour.
  • Aeschynomene surattensis Wight & Arn.
  • Hedysarum lagenarium Roxb.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Fabaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual, perennial or subshrub.

Aeschynomene aspera (commonly known as Pith Plant or Sola Pith Plant) is an annual, herbaceous perennial or shrub within the Fabaceae family. It originates in Tropical Asia and Australasia. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Annual

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TROPICAL, AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia, Indian Subcontinent, Indo-China, Malesia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, East Himalaya, India, Jawa, Laos, Malaya, Myanmar, Nepal, Northern Territory, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, West Himalaya

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Queensland

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