Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miniata
ID:
1060395

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Salter

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot.4: 119 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001059733



Common Names

  • Lessertia miniata
  • Miniata Bean Tree
  • Miniata Lessertia


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Description

Lessertia miniata (also called 'Miniata Lessertia', among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It has pinnate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lessertia miniata is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessertia miniata is white to pinkish-purple, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessertia miniata is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is widely cultivated in gardens and parks. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, fertile soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained, fertile soil.

Where to Find Lessertia miniata

Lessertia miniata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and 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

The Plant List version 1.0, record: ild-7712: Originally associated with wfo-0000212639
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-7712: Originally associated with wfo-0000212639
Terence Macleave Salter (1883-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Salter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:502660-1: Based on the initial data import