Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rossbach) Exell & Hillc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 29: 39 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212405
Common Names
- Anthonotha noldeae
- Noldeae Anthonotha
- Noldeae Tree
Synonyms
- Macrolobium noldeae Rossbach [valid]
Description
Anthonotha noldeae (also called 'Nolde's Anthonotha', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with a woody rootstock and a single erect stem. It is native to South Africa and grows in grassland, scrub and on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Anthonotha noldeae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthonotha noldeae has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthonotha noldeae is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until the plants are established.
Where to Find Anthonotha noldeae
Anthonotha noldeae is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.
Anthonotha noldeae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthonotha noldeae?
Anthonotha noldeae
What is the common name of Anthonotha noldeae?
Noldeae
What is the family of Anthonotha noldeae?
Fabaceae
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