Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conjugatus
ID:
212844

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 447 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212173

Common Names

  • Conjugate Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Conjugatus
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Tetragonolobus conjugatus (L.) Link [valid]
  • Lotus conjugatus conjugatus [unknown]
  • Tetragonolobus gussonei Huet [unknown]
  • Mullaghera conjugata (L.) Bubani [valid]
  • Scandalida conjugata (L.) Scop. [valid]

Description

Lotus conjugatus (also called 'Conjugate 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 conjugatus 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

Lotus conjugatus has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus conjugatus 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 conjugatus

Lotus conjugatus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Lotus conjugatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus conjugatus?

Lotus conjugatus

What type of plant is Lotus conjugatus?

It is a legume

Where is Lotus conjugatus 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