Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
areolata
ID:
184867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Paris4: 329 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184196

Common Names

  • Honeycomb Creeping-cudweed
  • Honeycomb Hawkbit
  • Honeycomb-leaved Hawkbit

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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis bicontorta Loisel. [valid]
  • Hippocrepis cornigera Boiss. [valid]
  • Hippocrepis cornigera Parl. [illegitimate]
  • Hippocrepis divaricata Hochst. ex Boiss. [valid]
  • Hippocrepis velutina Duby [unknown]
  • Hippocrepis bicontorta glabra Pamp. [valid]
  • Hippocrepis bicontorta sinuosissima Pomel [valid]

Description

Hippocrepis areolata (also called Areolate Hippocrepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis areolata is used as an ornamental plant, for soil conservation, and as a food crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hippocrepis areolata are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis areolata is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Hippocrepis areolata

Hippocrepis areolata is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Hippocrepis areolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis areolata?

Hippocrepis areolata

What is the common name of Hippocrepis areolata?

Areolate hippocrepis

What is the natural habitat of Hippocrepis areolata?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Hippocrepis genus

Hippocrepis balearica, Hippocrepis glauca, Hippocrepis scabra, Hippocrepis valentina, Hippocrepis areolata, Hippocrepis bornmulleri, Hippocrepis carpetana, Hippocrepis fruticescens, Hippocrepis rupestris, Hippocrepis scorpioides, Hippocrepis atlantica, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis ciliata, Hippocrepis constricta, Hippocrepis cyclocarpa, Hippocrepis emerus, Hippocrepis liouvillei, Hippocrepis minor, Hippocrepis monticola, Hippocrepis multisiliquosa, Hippocrepis neglecta, Hippocrepis salzmannii, Hippocrepis maura, Hippocrepis unisiliquosa, Hippocrepis biflora, Hippocrepis comosa, Hippocrepis squamata, Hippocrepis castroviejoi, Hippocrepis grosii, Hippocrepis nevadensis, Hippocrepis prostrata, Hippocrepis tavera-mendozae, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis conradiae, Hippocrepis eriocarpa,

Species in the Fabaceae family