Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
212494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 600 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211823

Common Names

  • Lotononis prostrata
  • Prostrata lotononis
  • Prostrata lotonon

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Synonyms

  • Lotononis heterophylla Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Lotononis vexillata Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Crotalaria vexillata E.Mey. [valid]
  • Ononis heterophylla Thunb. [valid]
  • Telina prostrata (Burm.f.) E.Mey. [valid]
  • Ononis prostrata Burm.f. [valid]
  • Lotononis prostrata heterophylla Harv. [valid]

Description

Lotononis prostrata (also called Prostrata, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to southern Africa and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis prostrata 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 flowers of Lotononis prostrata are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis prostrata is a perennial herb that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part can be replanted.

Where to Find Lotononis prostrata

Lotononis prostrata can be found in South Africa and Namibia.

Lotononis prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis prostrata?

Lotononis prostrata

What is the common name of Lotononis prostrata?

Prostrate lotononis

Where is Lotononis prostrata found?

It is found in South Africa

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.
Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.