Status:
valid
Authors:
Dinter & Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.16: 344 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211831
Common Names
- Lotononis rabenaviana
- Rabenaviana lotononis
- Rabenaviana lotonon
Synonyms
- Lotononis oocarpa Wilman [unknown]
- Amphinomia rabenaviana (Dinter & Harms) A.Schreib. [valid]
Description
Lotononis rabenaviana (also called Rabenaviana, 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 rabenaviana has been used traditionally as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lotononis rabenaviana are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotononis rabenaviana is a hardy, drought-tolerant, evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Lotononis rabenaviana
Lotononis rabenaviana can be found in South Africa and Namibia.
Lotononis rabenaviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotononis rabenaviana?
Lotononis rabenaviana
What is the common name of Lotononis rabenaviana?
Rabenaviana lotononis
Where is Lotononis rabenaviana 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