Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
letestui
ID:
213418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pellegr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France71: 310 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212747

Common Names

  • Augouardia letestui
  • Letestu's vetch
  • Letestu's vetch grass

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Description

Augouardia letestui (also called Letestu's vetch, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Augouardia letestui is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-malarial properties. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Augouardia letestui has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Augouardia letestui is an annual legume that is easy to propagate from seed. The seeds should be planted in early spring in full sun and well-drained soil. It is not very tolerant of heat and should be grown in cooler climates. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Augouardia letestui

Augouardia letestui can be found in dry, sandy soils in the western United States, from California to Nebraska and east to Texas.

Augouardia letestui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Augouardia letestui?

Augouardia letestui

What is the common name of Augouardia letestui?

None

What type of plant is Augouardia letestui?

Herb

Species in the Augouardia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family