Status:
valid
Authors:
Lowe
Source:
ildis
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc.8: 291 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193935
Common Names
- Lemann's anthyllis
- Anthyllis lemanniana
- Lemann's kidney vetch
Synonyms
- Anthyllis webbiana Hook. [unknown]
- Anthyllis vulneraria webbiana (Hook.) Boiss. [valid]
Description
Anthyllis lemanniana (also called 'Lemann's Kidney Vetch', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthyllis lemanniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthyllis lemanniana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, cylindrical seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthyllis lemanniana is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Anthyllis lemanniana
Anthyllis lemanniana is native to the Mediterranean region.
Anthyllis lemanniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthyllis lemanniana?
Anthyllis lemanniana
What is the common name of Anthyllis lemanniana?
Lemann's Kidney Vetch
What type of plant is Anthyllis lemanniana?
Herb
Species in the Anthyllis genus
Anthyllis subsimplex,
Anthyllis lemanniana,
Anthyllis lagascana,
Anthyllis warnieri,
Anthyllis hystrix,
Anthyllis baltica,
Anthyllis polyphylloides,
Anthyllis barba-jovis,
Anthyllis cytisoides,
Anthyllis montana,
Anthyllis polycephala,
Anthyllis tejedensis,
Anthyllis vulneraria,
Anthyllis cornicina,
Anthyllis lotoides,
Anthyllis aurea,
Anthyllis hamosa,
Anthyllis hermanniae,
Anthyllis onobrychioides,
Anthyllis ramburei,
Anthyllis rupestris,
Anthyllis circinnata,
Anthyllis splendens,
Anthyllis alpestris,
Anthyllis hispidissima,
Anthyllis pallidiflora,
Anthyllis hystrix,
Anthyllis currasii,
Anthyllis gamisansii,
Anthyllis terniflora,
Anthyllis apennina,
Species in the Fabaceae family