Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
213271

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt Davy

Source:
ildis

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Man. Pl. Transvaal2: 380 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212600



Common Names

  • Lessertia affinis
  • Affinis Lessertia
  • Lessertia


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Description

Lessertia affinis (also called L. affinis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has grey-green leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lessertia affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Lessertia affinis is yellow, with a long, cylindrical corolla, and the seed is a small, oblong, flattened pod. The seedlings are small, with a single, rounded cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessertia affinis is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Lessertia affinis

Lessertia affinis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Lessertia affinis FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Lessertia affinis?

Lessertia affinis prefers a soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Lessertia affinis?

Lessertia affinis prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light exposure for Lessertia affinis?

Lessertia affinis prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Lessertia genus

Lessertia acanthorhachis, Lessertia affinis, Lessertia annularis, Lessertia benguellensis, Lessertia brachypus, Lessertia brachystachya, Lessertia candida, Lessertia capensis, Lessertia capitata, Lessertia carnosa, Lessertia cryptantha, Lessertia depressa, Lessertia diffusa, Lessertia distans, Lessertia dykei, Lessertia emarginata, Lessertia eremicola, Lessertia falciformis, Lessertia flanaganii, Lessertia flexuosa, Lessertia fruticosa, Lessertia glabricaulis, Lessertia globosa, Lessertia harveyana, Lessertia herbacea, Lessertia incana, Lessertia inflata, Lessertia kensitii, Lessertia macrostachya, Lessertia margaritacea, Lessertia microcarpa, Lessertia mossii, Lessertia parviflora, Lessertia pappeana, Lessertia pauciflora, Lessertia perennans, Lessertia phillipsiana, Lessertia physodes, Lessertia prostrata, Lessertia rigida, Lessertia spinescens, Lessertia stricta, Lessertia subumbellata, Lessertia tenuifolia, Lessertia thodei, Lessertia tomentosa, Lessertia contracta, Lessertia villosa, Lessertia macroflora, Lessertia obtusata,

Species in the Fabaceae family