Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amajubica
ID:
1326042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nkonki

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bothalia43: 222 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338496



Common Names

  • Lessertia amajubica
  • Amajubica Lessertia
  • Amajubica-Lessertia


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Description

Lessertia amajubica (also called Amajuba Lessertia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lessertia amajubica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessertia amajubica has yellow flowers with a greenish-yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessertia amajubica is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It can be grown in containers and will tolerate some drought once established.

Where to Find Lessertia amajubica

Lessertia amajubica is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Lessertia amajubica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessertia amajubica?

Lessertia amajubica

What is the common name of Lessertia amajubica?

No common name

Where is Lessertia amajubica found?

It is found in South Africa

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

References

Tandiwe Nkonki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nkonki' in the authors string.