Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
terniflora
ID:
212785

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lag.) Pau

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Int. Géogr. Bot.16(206): 75 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212114



Common Names

  • Anthyllis
  • Terniflora Anthyllis
  • Terniflora Bush


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Synonyms

  • Anthyllis genistae Dufour ex DC. [unknown]
  • Zenopogon genistae (Dufour ex Ser.) Link [unknown]
  • Anthyllis genistoides Dufour [unknown]
  • Aspalathoides genistae (Dufour ex Ser.) K.Koch [unknown]
  • Anthyllis cytisoides terniflora (Lag.) Mateo & Figuerola [unknown]
  • Genista terniflora Lag. [unknown]
  • Anthyllis media Pau [unknown]
  • Anthyllis cytisoides lagascana Pau [unknown]

Description

Anthyllis terniflora (also called three-flowered anthyllis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands. It has a rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anthyllis terniflora is used in furniture making, flooring, and boat building. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthyllis terniflora is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthyllis vulneraria can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Anthyllis terniflora

Anthyllis terniflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Anthyllis terniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthyllis terniflora?

Anthyllis terniflora

What is the common name of Anthyllis terniflora?

African Kidney Vetch

What is the natural habitat of Anthyllis terniflora?

Grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mariano Lagasca (1776-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lag.' in the authors string.
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:474783-1: Based on the initial data import