Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maximiliani
ID:
212450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Hort. Then.1: t. 41 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211779

Common Names

  • Lotononis maximiliani
  • Silverbush
  • Bastard Silverbush

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Synonyms

  • Lotononis maximiliana Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Lotononis maximiliani (also called Maximilian's Lotononis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry woodlands and grasslands. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers, and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis maximiliani 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

The flower of Lotononis maximiliani is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis maximiliani can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location for best results.

Where to Find Lotononis maximiliani

Lotononis maximiliani can be found in South Africa, growing in dry, sandy soils.

Lotononis maximiliani FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis maximiliani?

Lotononis maximiliani

What is the common name of Lotononis maximiliani?

Maximilian's lotononis

What is the growth habit of Lotononis maximiliani?

It is a small, succulent shrub with a spreading habit.

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

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.