Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusata
ID:
363707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) DC.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 272 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363039



Common Names

  • Lessertia obtusata
  • Obtusata Lessertia
  • African Redwood


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Synonyms

  • Lessertia stenoloba E.Mey. [valid]
  • Lessertia obtusa DC. [unknown]
  • Colutea obtusata Thunb. [valid]
  • Coluteastrum obtusatum (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Coluteastrum stenolobum (E.Mey.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Lessertia obtusata (also called 'Oblong Lessertia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a spreading habit and is covered in small, white daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lessertia obtusata is used as an ornamental plant, for its aesthetic value and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessertia obtusata has small, yellow flowers with a bell-shaped base and a long, thin tube. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessertia obtusata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has a thick, woody stem. The leaves are large and bright green. The plant produces yellow flowers in clusters at the end of the stem. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and will tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Lessertia obtusata

Lessertia obtusata is native to tropical Africa.

Lessertia obtusata FAQ

What are the common names of Lessertia obtusata?

Lessertia obtusata is commonly known as Obtuse Lessertia.

What is the growth habit of Lessertia obtusata?

Lessertia obtusata is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial that grows in a clumping habit.

What are the light requirements of Lessertia obtusata?

Lessertia obtusata prefers full sun to partial shade.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:502665-1: Based on the initial data import