Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
wightii
ID:
185031

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight & Arn.) J.A.Lackey

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia37: 210 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184360



Common Names

  • Neonotonia Wightii
  • Wight's Neonotonia
  • Broad Bean


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Synonyms

  • Glycine wightii (Wight & Arn.) Verdc. [valid]
  • Glycine wightii wightii [unknown]
  • Glycine javanica sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Notonia wightii Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Johnia wightii (Wight & Arn.) Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Glycine bujasia Benth. [unknown]

Description

Neonotonia wightii (also called 'Wight's Neonotonia' and 'Wight's Bean', among many other common names) is a small, deciduous shrub native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Neonotonia wightii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Neonotonia wightii sub. wightii
Neonotonia wightii sub. petitiana (A.Rich.) J.A.Lackey
Neonotonia wightii sub. pseudojavanica (Taub.) J.A.Lackey
Neonotonia wightii var. longicauda (Schweinf.) J.A.Lackey
Neonotonia wightii var. mearnsii (De Wild.) J.A.Lackey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neonotonia wightii has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and early summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neonotonia wightii is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Neonotonia wightii

Neonotonia wightii is native to Africa and can be found in the savannas of the continent.

Neonotonia wightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neonotonia wightii?

Neonotonia wightii

What is the common name of Neonotonia wightii?

Wight's Neonotonia

What is the natural habitat of Neonotonia wightii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Neonotonia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
James A. Lackey (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Lackey' in the authors string.