Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
lotteri
ID:
807344

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.J.Edwards & McMurtry

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 72: 202 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806678

Common Names

  • Thorncroftia lotteri
  • Lotter's Thorncroftia
  • Lotter's Star Flower

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Description

Thorncroftia lotteri (also called 'Lotter's Thorncroftia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands, growing at elevations between 1,000 and 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Thorncroftia lotteri has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thorncroftia lotteri has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black in color. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thorncroftia lotteri is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Thorncroftia lotteri

Thorncroftia lotteri is native to South Africa. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.

Thorncroftia lotteri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thorncroftia lotteri?

Thorncroftia lotteri is found in dry woodlands in South Africa.

What is the flower color of Thorncroftia lotteri?

The flowers of Thorncroftia lotteri are yellow.

What is the size of Thorncroftia lotteri?

Thorncroftia lotteri is a small plant, reaching up to 40 cm in height.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344934: Based on the initial data import
Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.
Douglas McMurtry (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McMurtry' in the authors string.