Anthonotha macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
213025
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Beauv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Fl. Oware1: 70 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212354
Common Names
- Large-Leaved Anthonotha
- Anthonotha Macrophylla
- Large-Leaved Bush
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- Macrolobium macrophyllum (P.Beauv.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
- Vouapa macrophylla (P.Beauv.) Baill. [valid]
- Macrolobium palisotii Benth. [illegitimate]
- Macrolobium palisoti heudelotiana A.Chev. [unknown]
Description
Anthonotha macrophylla (also called 'Large-leaved Pea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m high. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is found in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation. It has large, grey-green leaves and blue-purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anthonotha macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthonotha macrophylla has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthonotha macrophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When growing from seed, sow the seeds in spring in a sunny location. When dividing, divide the plant in early spring or late autumn. Plant the divisions in a sunny location and water them well.
Where to Find Anthonotha macrophylla
Anthonotha macrophylla is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Anthonotha macrophylla FAQ
What type of plant is Anthonotha macrophylla?
Anthonotha macrophylla is a perennial shrub.
Where is Anthonotha macrophylla found?
Anthonotha macrophylla is found in South Africa.
What is the habitat of Anthonotha macrophylla?
Anthonotha macrophylla is found in dry, rocky areas.
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
Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Anthonotha macrophylla P.Beauv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.