Aeschynomene americana
Shyleaf (Aeschynomene americana) is a Florida native landscape weed distributed throughout tropical regions worldwide. This species is used in agroforestry to regenerate pastures, fix atmospheric nitrogen, and as a cut-and-carry forage for animals.
- Scientific Name: Aeschynomene americana
- Common Name: Shyleaf
- Seasonality: Warm
- Soil Type: Wet (usually) to dry
- Toxicity: Non-toxic; forage plant
- Plant Growth: Upright, annual
- Aeschynomene EDIS Publication