Lotononis pallens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 605 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211801
Common Names
- Lotononis pallens
- Pallens lotononis
- Pallens lotonon
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- Polylobium pallens (Benth.) Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
Description
Lotononis pallens (also called Pale 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 pale, grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lotononis pallens 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 pallens 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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Lotononis pallens is a perennial herb that grows in sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Lotononis pallens
Lotononis pallens can be found in South Africa, growing in dry, sandy soils.
Lotononis pallens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotononis pallens?
Lotononis pallens
What is the common name of Lotononis pallens?
Pale lotononis
What is the growth habit of Lotononis pallens?
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lotononis pallens Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.