Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benoistii
ID:
212833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maire) Lassen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia16: 111 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212162

Common Names

  • Benoist's Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Benoistii
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Benedictella benoistii Maire [valid]

Description

Lotus benoistii (also called 'Benoist's Lotus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to North Africa and is found in dry savanna and wooded grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus benoistii is a hardy plant that is used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive foliage and can be used to add texture and colour to a garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus benoistii is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus benoistii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lotus benoistii

Lotus benoistii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Lotus benoistii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus benoistii?

Lotus benoistii

What type of plant is Lotus benoistii?

It is a legume

Where is Lotus benoistii found?

It is found in Europe

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

René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Per Lassen (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lassen' in the authors string.