Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aegeus
ID:
186239

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 167 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185568

Common Names

  • Aegean Lotus
  • Lotus of Aegeus
  • Aegeus' Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus malatayicus Ponert [unknown]
  • Lotus macedonicus Adamovic [unknown]
  • Lotus superbus Bornm. [unknown]
  • Tetragonolobus aegaeus Griseb. [unknown]
  • Lotus sulphureus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lotus grandiflorus Formánek [illegitimate]

Description

Lotus aegeus (also called Aegean Trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a height of up to 40 cm and its leaves are divided into 3-7 leaflets. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus aegeus is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage, and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus aegeus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black nut. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus aegeus is a hardy perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown directly into the ground in early spring. It can also be propagated by division in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lotus aegeus

Lotus aegeus is native to Europe and can be found in the wild in the countries of France, Greece, and Italy.

Lotus aegeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus aegeus?

Lotus aegeus

What is the common name of Lotus aegeus?

Aegean bird's-foot trefoil

What is the natural habitat of Lotus aegeus?

Grassy fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas

Species in the Lotus genus

Lotus borbasii, Lotus sessilifolius, Lotus aegeus, Lotus berthelotii, Lotus australis, Lotus cruentus, Lotus lanuginosus, Lotus laricus, Lotus argyrodes, Lotus arinagensis, Lotus broussonetii, Lotus callis-viridis, Lotus dumetorum, Lotus emeroides, Lotus eremiticus, Lotus kunkelii, Lotus macranthus, Lotus mascaensis, Lotus spectabilis, Lotus campylocladus, Lotus holosericeus, Lotus lancerottensis, Lotus loweanus, Lotus spartioides, Lotus hebranicus, Lotus stepposus, Lotus burttii, Lotus divaricatus, Lotus glacialis, Lotus rechingeri, Lotus compactus, Lotus tenuis, Lotus graecus, Lotus dorycnium, Lotus peczoricus, Lotus ucrainicus, Lotus hirsutus, Lotus rectus, Lotus arabicus, Lotus arenarius, Lotus assakensis, Lotus becquetii, Lotus benoistii, Lotus biflorus, Lotus castellanus, Lotus chazaliei, Lotus conimbricensis, Lotus conjugatus, Lotus requienii, Lotus corniculatus,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:503444-1: Based on the initial data import