Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rabenaviana
ID:
212502

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

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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.

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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

References

Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.