Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
1261605

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.-E.van Wyk

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb.14: 274 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260943

Common Names

  • Lotononis virgata
  • Virgata Lotononis
  • Virgata's Lotononis

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Description

Lotononis virgata (also called 'Virgata Lotononis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in thickets and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis virgata is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotononis virgata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis virgata is an herbaceous perennial native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken in early spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Lotononis virgata

Lotononis virgata is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hunan, and Yunnan.

Lotononis virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis virgata?

Lotononis virgata

What is the common name of Lotononis virgata?

Virgate Bird's-foot Trefoil

What is the family of Lotononis virgata?

Fabaceae

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