Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
esterhuyseniana
ID:
750414

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon60: 174 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749747



Common Names

  • Leobordea Esterhuyseniana
  • Esterhuyseniana Leobordea
  • Esterhuysen's Leobordea


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Synonyms

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

Description

Leobordea esterhuyseniana (also called Esterhuysen's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Leobordea esterhuyseniana is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leobordea esterhuyseniana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leobordea esterhuyseniana is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Leobordea esterhuyseniana

Leobordea esterhuyseniana is native to South Africa.

Leobordea esterhuyseniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leobordea esterhuyseniana?

Leobordea esterhuyseniana

What is the common name of Leobordea esterhuyseniana?

Esterhuysen's Leobordea

What is the natural habitat of Leobordea esterhuyseniana?

Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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.