Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corniculatus
ID:
212851

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 775 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212180

Common Names

  • Common Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Corniculatus
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Lotus ciliatus sensu Schur [deprecated]
  • Lotus corniculatus crassifolia Fr. [unknown]
  • Lotus corniculatus maritimus Rupr. [unknown]
  • Lotus caucasicus Kuprian. [deprecated]
  • Lotus corniculatus corniculatus [unknown]
  • Lotus corniculatus minor Ehrh. [invalid]
  • Lotus corniculatus ericetorum H.Post [unknown]

Description

Lotus corniculatus (also called Bird's-foot trefoil, Common bird's-foot trefoil, and Common bird's-foot clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus corniculatus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lotus corniculatus sub. corniculatus
Lotus corniculatus var. uliginosus (Schkuhr) Fiori
Lotus corniculatus sub. delortii (Timb.-Lagr.) O.Bolòs & Vigo
Lotus corniculatus sub. afghanicus Chrtková
Lotus corniculatus sub. fruticosus Chrtková
Lotus corniculatus sub. preslii (Ten.) P.Fourn.
Lotus corniculatus sub. delortii (Timb.-Lagr.) Nyman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus corniculatus 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 corniculatus 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 corniculatus

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

Lotus corniculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus corniculatus?

Lotus corniculatus

What type of plant is Lotus corniculatus?

It is a legume

Where is Lotus corniculatus 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