Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falciformis
ID:
213292

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Mém. Légum.6: t. 46 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212621



Common Names

  • Falciformis Lessertia
  • Lessertia
  • Falciformis


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Synonyms

  • Orobus pellucidus Spreng. [valid]
  • Vicia pellucida Jacq. [valid]

Description

Lessertia falciformis (also called Wild Peach, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Lessertia falciformis 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 falciformis 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 falciformis

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

Lessertia falciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessertia falciformis?

Lessertia falciformis

What is the common name of Lessertia falciformis?

Sickle-shaped Lessertia

What is the natural habitat of Lessertia falciformis?

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