Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch. & Greenway
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
J.Hutchinson & J.M.Dalziel, Fl. W. Trop. Afr.1: 337 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170914
Common Names
- Talbotiella Gentii
- Gentii Talbotiella
- Gentii's Talbotiella
Description
Talbotiella gentii (also called Talbotiella gentii, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America, and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Talbotiella gentii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It can also be used to make dyes and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Talbotiella gentii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Talbotiella gentii is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It is easily propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by division of the root clump or by cuttings.
Where to Find Talbotiella gentii
Talbotiella gentii is found in the mountains of Ethiopia.
Talbotiella gentii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Talbotiella gentii?
Talbotiella gentii
What is the common name of Talbotiella gentii?
Gent's talbotiella
What is the natural habitat of Talbotiella gentii?
Dry, rocky slopes of the Cascade Range in Washington
Species in the Talbotiella genus
Species in the Fabaceae family