Lotononis linearifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.-E.van Wyk
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bothalia20: 13 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265471
Common Names
- Lotononis linearifolia
- Linear-Leaved Lotononis
- Linearifolia Lotononis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lotononis linearifolia (also called 'Linear-Leaved Lotononis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Lotononis linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lotononis linearifolia is a small, white to pinkish-white, five-petalled flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lotononis linearifolia 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 linearifolia
Lotononis linearifolia can be found in South Africa, Swaziland, and Lesotho.
Lotononis linearifolia FAQ
What are the common names of Lotononis linearifolia?
Linear-leaved lotononis
What is the natural habitat of Lotononis linearifolia?
It is native to tropical rainforests in South Africa
What is the ideal temperature for Lotononis linearifolia?
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
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 linearifolia B.-E.van Wyk: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.