Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curtii
ID:
212392

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.16: 359 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211721

Common Names

  • Lotononis curtii
  • Curtii Lotononis
  • Curt's Lotononis

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Synonyms

  • Amphinomia curtii (Harms) A.Schreib. [valid]

Description

Lotononis curtii (also called 'Curt's 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 curtii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

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 curtii 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 curtii

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

Lotononis curtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis curtii?

Lotononis curtii

What is the common name of Lotononis curtii?

Curt's lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis curtii?

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