Lotus angustissimus (Lotus angustissimus, Angustissimus Lotus, Angustissimus Caragana)

Kingdom:

Plantae

Phylum:

Angiosperms

Order:

Fabales

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Lotus

Species:

angustissimus

ID:

1061426

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
tro

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 774 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001060764

Common Names

Lotus angustissimus
Angustissimus Lotus
Angustissimus Caragana

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Description

Lotus angustissimus (also called Narrow-leaved Lotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and Mongolia, and grows in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus angustissimus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus angustissimus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in small, rounded heads. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus angustissimus is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be watered regularly. Once established, the shrub is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Lotus angustissimus

Lotus angustissimus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.