Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chevalieri
ID:
1515353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rivas Mart., Lousã, J.C.Costa & Maria C.Duarte

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Int. J. Geobot. Res.7: 21 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002954

Common Names

  • Lotus chevalieri
  • Chevalier's Lotus
  • Lotus

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Description

Lotus chevalieri (also called Chevalier's Lotus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and a spreading, branching stem, with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus chevalieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus chevalieri has white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus chevalieri is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Lotus chevalieri

Lotus chevalieri is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Lotus chevalieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus chevalieri?

Lotus chevalieri

What is the common name of Lotus chevalieri?

Chevalieri Lotus

What is the family of Lotus chevalieri?

Fabaceae

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