Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericophylla
ID:
212514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 599 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211843

Common Names

  • Lotononis sericophylla
  • Sericophylla lotononis
  • Sericophylla lotonon

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Synonyms

  • Lotononis trisegmentata robusta E.Phillips [valid]
  • Lotononis trisegmentata E.Phillips [deprecated]
  • Lotononis trisegmentata E.Phillips [valid]
  • Lotononis trisegmentata robusta Phillip [unknown]
  • Lotononis trisegmentata sericea Phillips [valid]

Description

Lotononis sericophylla (also called Sericophylla, 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 sericophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lotononis sericophylla 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 sericophylla 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 sericophylla

Lotononis sericophylla can be found in South Africa and Namibia.

Lotononis sericophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis sericophylla?

Lotononis sericophylla

What is the common name of Lotononis sericophylla?

Silky lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis sericophylla?

Dry grasslands and woodlands

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