Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
ildis
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Kirkia5: 75 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211848
Common Names
- Lotononis serpentinicola
- Serpentinicola Lotononis
- Serpentinicolous Lotononis
Description
Lotononis serpentinicola (also called Serpentine Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lotononis serpentinicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lotononis serpentinicola are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotononis serpentinicola is a hardy, drought-tolerant, evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Lotononis serpentinicola
Lotononis serpentinicola can be found in South Africa and Namibia.
Lotononis serpentinicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotononis serpentinicola?
Lotononis serpentinicola
What is the common name of Lotononis serpentinicola?
Serpentine Lotononis
Where is Lotononis serpentinicola found?
Lotononis serpentinicola is found in South Africa.
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