Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
1266077

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Druce

Source:
tro

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles1916: 634 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265415



Common Names

  • Lotononis glabra
  • Smooth Lotononis
  • Glabra Lotononis


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Description

Lotononis glabra (also called 'Smooth lotononis', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to southern Africa. It grows up to 40 cm tall and is characterized by its branched stems and small, white flowers. It is found in sandy soils in dry, coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis glabra is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotononis glabra has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with two to four pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis glabra is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Lotononis glabra

Lotononis glabra is found in South Africa.

Lotononis glabra FAQ

What are the common names of Lotononis glabra?

Smooth lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis glabra?

It is native to tropical rainforests in South Africa

What is the ideal temperature for Lotononis glabra?

It prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

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 Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.