Status:
valid
Authors:
Bramwell
Source:
ildis
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bot. Macaronés., IV, Ci.22: 114 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193937
Common Names
- Arinagensis lotus
- Lotus arinagensis
- Arinagensis trefoil
Description
Lotus arinagensis (also called 'Arinag Lotus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lotus arinagensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lotus arinagensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, cylindrical seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotus arinagensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Lotus arinagensis
Lotus arinagensis is native to the Mediterranean region.
Lotus arinagensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotus arinagensis?
Lotus arinagensis
What is the common name of Lotus arinagensis?
Arinaga Lotus
What type of plant is Lotus arinagensis?
Herb
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