Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Wood
Source:
ildis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Natal Pl.4: t. 350 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211882
Common Names
- Lotononis wylei
- Wylei Lotononis
- Wyle's Lotononis
Description
Lotononis wylei (also called Wylei, 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 wylei 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 flower of Lotononis wylei is a small, yellow-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotononis wylei is a perennial herb that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part can be replanted.
Where to Find Lotononis wylei
Lotononis wylei can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Lotononis wylei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotononis wylei?
Lotononis wylei
What type of plant is Lotononis wylei?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Lotononis wylei grow?
It is native to 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