Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
212387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eckl. & Zeyh.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 598 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211716

Common Names

  • Lotononis carnosa
  • Carnosa Lotononis
  • Fleshy Lotononis

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Synonyms

  • Krebsia carnosa Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]

Description

Lotononis carnosa (also called 'Fleshy 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 succulent, fleshy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lotononis carnosa sub. condensata (Harv.) B.-E.van Wyk
Lotononis carnosa sub. carnosa
Lotononis carnosa sub. latifolia B.-E.van Wyk

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, with a red center. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: thin, erect stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis carnosa 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 carnosa

Lotononis carnosa can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Lotononis carnosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis carnosa?

Lotononis carnosa

What is the common name of Lotononis carnosa?

Fleshy lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis carnosa?

Dry grassland and scrubland

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.