Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chazaliei
ID:
212838

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Boissieu

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot)10: 220 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212167

Common Names

  • Chazalie's Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Chazaliei
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Lotus chazaliei longipes Maire [valid]

Description

Lotus chazaliei (also called 'Chazalie'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 chazaliei 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 chazaliei 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 chazaliei is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Lotus chazaliei

Lotus chazaliei can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Lotus chazaliei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus chazaliei?

Lotus chazaliei

What type of plant is Lotus chazaliei?

It is a legume

Where is Lotus chazaliei 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