Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lagascana
ID:
195204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benedí

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid53: 283 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194533



Common Names

  • Anthyllis
  • Lagascan Anthyllis
  • Lagascana Anthyllis


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Synonyms

  • Anthyllis sericea eu-sericea Maire [invalid]
  • Anthyllis sericea valentina Esteve [unknown]
  • Anthyllis henoniana valentina (Esteve) O.Bolòs & Vigo [invalid]
  • Anthyllis sericea Lag. [illegitimate]
  • Anthyllis subsimplex valentina (Esteve) Mateo & M.B.Crespo [unknown]
  • Anthyllis sericea massaesyla Riencourt [valid]
  • Anthyllis sericea massaesyla (Riencourt) Maire ex Sauvage [valid]

Description

Anthyllis lagascana (also called Lagasca's Anthyllis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and a spreading habit, with a maximum height of up to 1 m. It is found in dry grasslands, in areas with an average annual temperature of 15-25 °C and an average annual rainfall of 500-1,000 mm.

Uses & Benefits

Anthyllis lagascana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthyllis lagascana is a yellow-orange, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthyllis lagascana is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it will spread by rhizomes.

Where to Find Anthyllis lagascana

Anthyllis lagascana can be found in dry, sunny places in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Anthyllis lagascana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthyllis lagascana?

Anthyllis lagascana

What is the common name of Anthyllis lagascana?

Lagasca's Kidney Vetch

What is the natural habitat of Anthyllis lagascana?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family

References