Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurescens
ID:
184131

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.-E.van Wyk

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.55: 180 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183460

Common Names

  • Lotononis purpurescens
  • Purple Lotononis
  • Purple Pea

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Description

Lotononis purpurescens (also called Purple Lotononis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small purple flowers. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis purpurescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotononis purpurescens has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow-green center. Its seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis purpurescens is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -2°C (28°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Lotononis purpurescens

Lotononis purpurescens is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West provinces.

Lotononis purpurescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis purpurescens?

Lotononis purpurescens

What is the common name of Lotononis purpurescens?

Purple Lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis purpurescens?

Lotononis purpurescens is found in dry grassland and scrubland 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