Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
difformis
ID:
749316

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.-E.van Wyk) B.-E.van Wyk & Boatwr.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon60: 175 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748649



Common Names

  • Leobordea difformis
  • Difformis Leobordea
  • Difformis


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Synonyms

  • Lotononis difformis B.-E.van Wyk [valid]

Description

Leobordea difformis (also called Variable Leobordea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It is found in dry, open woodlands, from British Columbia to California.

Uses & Benefits

Leobordea difformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leobordea difformis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two rounded cotyledons and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leobordea difformis is a hardy shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained medium. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from frost.

Where to Find Leobordea difformis

Leobordea difformis is native to the United States and Mexico.

Leobordea difformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leobordea difformis?

Leobordea difformis

What is the common name of Leobordea difformis?

Difform Leobordea

Where is Leobordea difformis found?

It is found in the mountains of Central and South America.

Species in the Leobordea genus

Leobordea procumbens, Leobordea difformis, Leobordea globulosa, Leobordea laticeps, Leobordea spicata, Leobordea anthylloides, Leobordea polycephala, Leobordea pentaphylla, Leobordea oligocephala, Leobordea longicephala, Leobordea lanata, Leobordea sutherlandii, Leobordea digitata, Leobordea decumbens, Leobordea benthamiana, Leobordea longiflora, Leobordea magnifica, Leobordea pariflora, Leobordea mucronata, Leobordea stolzii, Leobordea quinata, Leobordea tapetiformis, Leobordea mollis, Leobordea pusilla, Leobordea schoenfelderi, Leobordea stipulosa, Leobordea acuticarpa, Leobordea adpressa, Leobordea arida, Leobordea carinata, Leobordea mirabilis, Leobordea maroccana, Leobordea plicata, Leobordea bracteosa, Leobordea platycarpa, Leobordea bullonii, Leobordea esterhuyseniana, Leobordea newtonii, Leobordea pulchra, Leobordea lanceolata, Leobordea corymbosa, Leobordea grandis, Leobordea foliosa, Leobordea eriantha, Leobordea lupinifolia, Leobordea rosea, Leobordea prolifera, Leobordea furcata, Leobordea divaricata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
James S. Boatwright: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boatwr.' in the authors string.