Anthyllis polycephala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desf.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant.2: 150 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212112
Common Names
- Anthyllis
- Polycephala Anthyllis
- Polycephala Bush
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- Anthyllis podocephala Boiss. [valid]
- Anthyllis polycephala fontanesii Maire [valid]
- Anthyllis polycephala megalatlantica Emb. [valid]
- Anthyllis polycephala podocephala (Boiss.) Pau & Font Quer [valid]
- Anthyllis polycephala gomarica Maire [unknown]
- Anthyllis polycephala ballii Pau [unknown]
Description
Anthyllis polycephala (also called many-headed anthyllis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands. It has a rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anthyllis polycephala is used in furniture making, flooring, and boat building. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthyllis polycephala is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthyllis polycephala can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Anthyllis polycephala
Anthyllis polycephala can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Anthyllis polycephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthyllis polycephala?
Anthyllis polycephala
What is the common name of Anthyllis polycephala?
African Kidney Vetch
What is the natural habitat of Anthyllis polycephala?
Grasslands and rocky slopes
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
References
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Anthyllis polycephala Desf.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.