Lotononis filiformis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.-E.van Wyk
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bothalia20: 75 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265608
Common Names
- Lotononis Filiformis
- Filiformis Nodding-Head
- Filiformis Nodding-Heads
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lotononis filiformis (also called thread lotononis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is an annual herb with small, linear leaves. It is native to Africa, and its habitats include tropical dry forests, tropical moist lowland forests, and tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lotononis filiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in some areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lotononis filiformis has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Lotononis filiformis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Lotononis filiformis
Lotononis filiformis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Lotononis filiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotononis filiformis?
Lotononis filiformis
What is the common name of Lotononis filiformis?
Lotononis filiformis
What is the natural habitat of Lotononis filiformis?
Tropical forests
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
Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lotononis filiformis B.-E.van Wyk: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.