Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carpetanus
ID:
214956

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lacaita

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Cavanillesia1: 10 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214285

Common Names

  • Lotus carpetanus
  • Carpet Lotus
  • Bird's-foot Trefoil

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Synonyms

  • Lotus corniculatus carpetanus (Lacaita) Rivas Mart. [unknown]
  • Lotus corniculatus carpetanus (Lacaita) Castrov. [unknown]

Description

Lotus carpetanus (also called Carpet Lotus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus carpetanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus carpetanus is a yellow-orange pea-like flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus carpetanus is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lotus carpetanus

Lotus carpetanus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Lotus carpetanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus carpetanus?

Lotus carpetanus

What is the common name of Lotus carpetanus?

Carpet Lotus

What is the natural habitat of Lotus carpetanus?

Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

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