Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Mey.) Eckl. & Zeyh.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 178 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211864
Common Names
- Lotononis tenella
- Tenella Lotononis
- Delicate Lotononis
Synonyms
- Lotononis rara Dümmer [valid]
- Leptidium tenellum (E.Mey.) C.Presl [valid]
- Lipozygis tenella E.Mey. [valid]
- Polylobium tenellum (E.Mey.) D.Dietr. [valid]
- Lotononis tenella angustifolia Harv. [valid]
Description
Lotononis tenella (also called Slender 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 tenella 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 tenella 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 tenella is a perennial herb that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part can be replanted.
Where to Find Lotononis tenella
Lotononis tenella can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Lotononis tenella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotononis tenella?
Lotononis tenella
What is the common name of Lotononis tenella?
Delicate Lotononis
Where is Lotononis tenella found?
Lotononis tenella 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