Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axilliflorus
ID:
363433

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hub.-Mor.) D.D.Sokoloff

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol.108(3): 43 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362765

Common Names

  • Axil-flower Bird's-foot Trefoil
  • Axil-flower Lotus
  • Axil-flower Trefoil

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Synonyms

  • Dorycnium axilliflorum Hub.-Mor. [unknown]

Description

Lotus axilliflorus (also called Axillary Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry habitats, such as grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus axilliflorus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus axilliflorus has small, yellow flowers with a bell-shaped base and a long, thin tube. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus axilliflorus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings are not always true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Lotus axilliflorus

Lotus axilliflorus is native to Europe and can be found in areas of dry grassland, scrub, and open woodland.

Lotus axilliflorus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Lotus axilliflorus?

Lotus axilliflorus is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Lotus axilliflorus?

The flowers of Lotus axilliflorus are yellow or white.

What is the size of Lotus axilliflorus?

Lotus axilliflorus is a small shrub, growing to a height of up to 1 m.

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

Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.
Dmitri Sokolov (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Sokoloff' in the authors string.