Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
distans
ID:
213287

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt Davy

Source:
ildis

Year:
1932

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212616



Common Names

  • Distans Lessertia
  • Lessertia
  • Distans


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Description

Lessertia distans (also called Distant Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to western North America, and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lessertia distans is used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Lessertia distans 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 distans is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Lessertia distans

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

Lessertia distans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessertia distans?

Lessertia distans

What is the common name of Lessertia distans?

Distant Lessertia

What is the natural habitat of Lessertia distans?

Grassland and open woodlands

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