Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margaritacea
ID:
213308

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 116 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212637



Common Names

  • Margaritacea Lessertia
  • Lessertia
  • Margaritacea


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Description

Lessertia margaritacea (also called Wild Peach, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 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 margaritacea is used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessertia margaritacea is a white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Lessertia margaritacea: This plant can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Lessertia margaritacea

Lessertia margaritacea can be found in South Africa, primarily in the Western Cape.

Lessertia margaritacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessertia margaritacea?

Lessertia margaritacea

What is the common name of Lessertia margaritacea?

Pearl Lessertia

What is the natural habitat of Lessertia margaritacea?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes

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