Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
contracta
ID:
363531

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Balkwill

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.65: 352 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362863



Common Names

  • Lessertia Contracta
  • Contracted Lessertia
  • Contracted Lespedeza


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Description

Lessertia contracta (also called Contracted Lessertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows in grassy areas, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lessertia contracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lessertia contracta flower is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a central pistil. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a white hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessertia contracta is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Lessertia contracta

Lessertia contracta is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Lessertia contracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessertia contracta?

Lessertia contracta

What is the common name of Lessertia contracta?

Contracted Lessertia

What is the growth habit of Lessertia contracta?

It is a deciduous shrub with an upright growth habit.

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