Cyclopia laxiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 3 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001057391
Common Names
- Cyclopia laxiflora
- Loose-flowered Cyclopia
- Loose-flowered Cyclopia Plant
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Cyclopia laxiflora (also called Laxiflora Senna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and naturalized in parts of Europe and North America. It is a shrub growing to 1–2 m tall, with yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open areas, such as scrub and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Colutea frutescens is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyclopia laxiflora is a yellow to orange, 5-petalled flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Cyclopia laxiflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Cyclopia laxiflora
Cyclopia laxiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.
Species in the Cyclopia genus
Cyclopia aurescens, Cyclopia bolusii, Cyclopia bowieana, Cyclopia burtonii, Cyclopia buxifolia, Cyclopia latifolia, Cyclopia falcata, Cyclopia subternata, Cyclopia filiformis, Cyclopia galioides, Cyclopia genistoides, Cyclopia intermedia, Cyclopia longiflora, Cyclopia maculata, Cyclopia meyeriana, Cyclopia plicata, Cyclopia pubescens, Cyclopia sessiliflora, Cyclopia alopecuroides, Cyclopia alpina, Cyclopia longifolia, Cyclopia squamosa, Cyclopia glabra, Cyclopia laxiflora, Cyclopia genistoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cyclopia laxiflora Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.