Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compactus
ID:
205932

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chrtková

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax.3: 108 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205261

Common Names

  • Compact Bird's-Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Compactus
  • Compact Lotus

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Description

Lotus compactus (also called Compact bird's-foot trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herb growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, trifoliate, and its flowers are yellow in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus compactus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus compactus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus compactus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Lotus compactus

Lotus compactus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Lotus compactus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus compactus?

Lotus compactus

What is the common name of Lotus compactus?

Compact Bird's-foot-trefoil

What is the natural habitat of Lotus compactus?

It is found in dry, rocky places, scrubland, and grassy slopes

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