Otoptera
Otoptera is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae. It belongs to the subfamily Faboideae. The generic name Otoptera is derived from a characteristic spur at the base of each wing petal and is a combination of the greek oto meaning ear and ptera meaning wing.[1] Members of the Otoptera genus can be identified by the spur at the base of the petals and spoon shaped styles with two distinct lips.[1]
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| Genus: | Otoptera DC. |
The genus contains two species; Otoptera burchellii which is native to areas of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe[2] and Otoptera madagascariensis which is native to parts of Madagascar.[3]
Species
- Otoptera burchellii DC.
- Otoptera madagascariensis
References
- Moteetee, A. N.; Van Wyk, B. -E. (2011-04-01). "Taxonomic notes on the genus Otoptera (Phaseoleae, Fabaceae) in southern Africa". South African Journal of Botany. 77 (2): 492–496. doi:10.1016/j.sajb.2010.10.007. ISSN 0254-6299.
- "Otoptera burchellii\". International Legume Database & Information Service. Retrieved May 23, 2022.
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