Indian Jointvetch (Aeschynomene indica)
Indian Jointvetch (Aeschynomene indica) is a fast-growing legume, often found in wet areas and used for forage or green manure.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to wet.
Soil
Tolerates a wide range of soils, but thrives in moist, fertile, and often waterlogged conditions.
Temperature
Grows best in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Generally not required due to nitrogen fixation.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist to wet.
Thrives in boggy conditions and tolerates standing water.
Tolerates a wide range of soils, but thrives in moist, fertile, and often waterlogged conditions.
Grows best in warm temperatures.
Ideal range 18-25 °C.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Generally not required due to nitrogen fixation.
Light feeding if growth is slow.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusAeschynomene
- speciesAeschynomene indica
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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