Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrosepala
ID:
212443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Conrath

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1908: 223 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211772

Common Names

  • Lotononis macrosepala
  • Silverbush
  • Bastard Silverbush

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Synonyms

  • Lotononis humilior Dümmer [valid]
  • Lotononis basutica E.Phillips [valid]

Description

Lotononis macrosepala (also called Large-Sepaled Lotononis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry woodlands and grasslands. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers, and large, oval sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Lotononis macrosepala has been used for its medicinal properties, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic. It has also been used to treat fever, coughs, and asthma. It has also been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotononis macrosepala is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotononis macrosepala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location for best results.

Where to Find Lotononis macrosepala

Lotononis macrosepala can be found in South Africa, growing in dry, sandy soils.

Lotononis macrosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotononis macrosepala?

Lotononis macrosepala

What is the common name of Lotononis macrosepala?

Large-sepaled lotononis

What is the growth habit of Lotononis macrosepala?

It is a small, succulent shrub with a spreading habit.

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