Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) Exell & Hillc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 29: 39 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212472
Common Names
- Anthonotha Pynaertii
- Pynaert's Anthonotha
- Pynaert's Wood-Vetch
Description
Anthonotha pynaertii (also called Pynaert's Anthonotha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthonotha pynaertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthonotha pynaertii has yellow-green flowers with a purple-brown center. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthonotha pynaertii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Anthonotha pynaertii
Anthonotha pynaertii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Anthonotha pynaertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthonotha pynaertii?
Anthonotha pynaertii
What is the common name of Anthonotha pynaertii?
Pynaert's Anthonotha
What is the natural habitat of Anthonotha pynaertii?
Moist, shady forests
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