Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crumaniana
ID:
212391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burch. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 612 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211720

Common Names

  • Lotononis crumaniana
  • Crumaniana Lotononis
  • Cruman's Lotononis

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Description

Lotononis crumaniana (also called 'Cruman's Lotus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in coastal dunes, and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis crumaniana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, with a red center. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: thin, erect stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis crumaniana is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Angola. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sunny position.

Where to Find Lotononis crumaniana

Lotononis crumaniana can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Lotononis crumaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis crumaniana?

Lotononis crumaniana

What is the common name of Lotononis crumaniana?

Cruman's lotononis

What is the natural habitat of Lotononis crumaniana?

Dry grassland and scrubland

Species in the Lotononis genus

Lotononis brevicaulis, Lotononis comptonii, Lotononis dahlgrenii, Lotononis dissitinodis, Lotononis acocksii, Lotononis nutans, Lotononis purpurescens, Lotononis azureoides, Lotononis gracilifolia, Lotononis lamprifolia, Lotononis racemiflora, Lotononis elongata, Lotononis caerulescens, Lotononis fruticoides, Lotononis curvicarpa, Lotononis azurea, Lotononis rigida, Lotononis involucrata, Lotononis laxa, Lotononis parviflora, Lotononis genistoides, Lotononis pulchella, Lotononis lotononoides, Lotononis meyeri, Lotononis trichodes, Lotononis acuminata, Lotononis arenicola, Lotononis argentea, Lotononis argyrella, Lotononis bachmanniana, Lotononis brachyantha, Lotononis burchellii, Lotononis carnosa, Lotononis crumaniana, Lotononis curtii, Lotononis delicata, Lotononis dichiloides, Lotononis divaricata, Lotononis erisemoides, Lotononis evansiana, Lotononis exstipulata, Lotononis falcata, Lotononis galpinii, Lotononis lenticula, Lotononis leptoloba, Lotononis listioides, Lotononis macra, Lotononis macrosepala, Lotononis maculata, Lotononis maximiliani,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William John Burchell (1781-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burch.' in the authors string.