Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
newtonii
ID:
750417

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon60: 173 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749750



Common Names

  • Leobordea Newtonii
  • Newtonii Leobordea
  • Newton's Leobordea


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Synonyms

  • Lotononis newtonii Dümmer [valid]

Description

Leobordea newtonii (also called Newton'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 newtonii is a flowering plant native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it produces bright pink flowers in the spring. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leobordea newtonii 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 newtonii 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 newtonii

Leobordea newtonii is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and France.

Leobordea newtonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leobordea newtonii?

Leobordea newtonii

Where is Leobordea newtonii found?

Leobordea newtonii is found in the tropical rainforests of South and Central America.

What type of plant is Leobordea newtonii?

Leobordea newtonii is a shrub or small tree.

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.