Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sepiaria
ID:
211669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Pl.: 140 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210998

Common Names

  • Lebeckia sepiaria
  • Sepia Lebeckia
  • Sepia Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Lebeckia simsiana Eckl. & Zeyh. [illegitimate]
  • Lebeckia sarcophylloides E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Lebeckia simsioides Steud. [invalid]
  • Spartium sepiarium L. [unknown]
  • Spartium pinastrifolium Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Genista pinastrifolia Spach [unknown]
  • Genista sepiaria Lam. [unknown]
  • Spartium scoparium L. [illegitimate]
  • Sarcophyllus carnosus Sims [deprecated]

Description

Lebeckia sepiaria (also called Sepia Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, shrubby plant native to South Africa. It grows up to 0.5m in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas and in grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Lebeckia sepiaria is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders, as well as for its wood, which is used for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lebeckia sepiaria has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lebeckia sepiaria is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water or fertilizer. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Lebeckia sepiaria

Lebeckia sepiaria can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Lebeckia sepiaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lebeckia sepiaria?

Lebeckia sepiaria

What is the common name of Lebeckia sepiaria?

Sepia lebeckia

What type of plant is Lebeckia sepiaria?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Species in the Fabaceae family