Anthonotha gilletii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gilletii
ID:
212870
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Roy. Sci. Outre-Mer, Cl. Sci. Nat. Méd., Collect. 8vo, n.s., 30(2): 221 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212199
Common Names
- Gillet's Bird's Foot Trefoil
- Anthonotha Gilletii
- Gilletii
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- Macrolobium gilletii De Wild. [valid]
Description
Anthonotha gilletii (also called Gillet's anthonotha, Gillet's anthonotha, and Gillet's anthonotha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Africa. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anthonotha gilletii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower that can be used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthonotha gilletii has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthonotha gilletii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Anthonotha gilletii
Anthonotha gilletii is native to the African region of Gabon.
Anthonotha gilletii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthonotha gilletii?
Anthonotha gilletii
What is the common name of Anthonotha gilletii?
Gillet's Anthonotha
What is the natural habitat of Anthonotha gilletii?
It is native to Central and West Africa, from Nigeria to Angola
Species in the Anthonotha genus
Anthonotha acuminata, Anthonotha brieyi, Anthonotha cladantha, Anthonotha crassifolia, Anthonotha ferruginea, Anthonotha fragrans, Anthonotha gilletii, Anthonotha lamprophylla, Anthonotha macrophylla, Anthonotha noldeae, Anthonotha pynaertii, Anthonotha stipulacea, Anthonotha trunciflora, Anthonotha xanderi, Anthonotha mouandzae, Anthonotha wijmacampensis, Anthonotha pellegrinii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Anthonotha gilletii (De Wild.) J.Léonard: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.