Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dykei
ID:
213288

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb.1: 91 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212617



Common Names

  • Dykei Lessertia
  • Lessertia
  • Dykei


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Description

Lessertia dykei (also called Dyke's 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 dykei is used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Lessertia dykei 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 dykei 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 dykei

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

Lessertia dykei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessertia dykei?

Lessertia dykei

What is the common name of Lessertia dykei?

Dyke's Lessertia

What is the natural habitat of Lessertia dykei?

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

References