Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
212361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Hort. Then.1: t. 40 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211690

Common Names

  • Lotononis arenicola
  • Arenicola Lotononis
  • Sandy Lotononis

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria arenicola (De Wild.) Dummer [unknown]
  • Crotalaria arenicola (Schltr. ex De Wild.) Dümmer [valid]

Description

Lotononis arenicola (also called 'Sand Lotus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in coastal dunes, and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis arenicola is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotononis arenicola has yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis arenicola is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Angola. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sunny position.

Where to Find Lotononis arenicola

Lotononis arenicola can be found in South Africa in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Lotononis arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis arenicola?

Lotononis arenicola

What is the common name of Lotononis arenicola?

Sand Lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis arenicola?

Dry open woodlands, grasslands and rocky outcrops in the Western Cape of South Africa

Species in the Lotononis genus

Lotononis brevicaulis, Lotononis comptonii, Lotononis dahlgrenii, Lotononis dissitinodis, Lotononis acocksii, Lotononis nutans, Lotononis purpurescens, Lotononis azureoides, Lotononis gracilifolia, Lotononis lamprifolia, Lotononis racemiflora, Lotononis elongata, Lotononis caerulescens, Lotononis fruticoides, Lotononis curvicarpa, Lotononis azurea, Lotononis rigida, Lotononis involucrata, Lotononis laxa, Lotononis parviflora, Lotononis genistoides, Lotononis pulchella, Lotononis lotononoides, Lotononis meyeri, Lotononis trichodes, Lotononis acuminata, Lotononis arenicola, Lotononis argentea, Lotononis argyrella, Lotononis bachmanniana, Lotononis brachyantha, Lotononis burchellii, Lotononis carnosa, Lotononis crumaniana, Lotononis curtii, Lotononis delicata, Lotononis dichiloides, Lotononis divaricata, Lotononis erisemoides, Lotononis evansiana, Lotononis exstipulata, Lotononis falcata, Lotononis galpinii, Lotononis lenticula, Lotononis leptoloba, Lotononis listioides, Lotononis macra, Lotononis macrosepala, Lotononis maculata, Lotononis maximiliani,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.