Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
195426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 37 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194755

Common Names

  • Spreading Bird's-foot Trefoil
  • Spreading Trefoil
  • Spreading Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus macrotrichus Boiss. [valid]

Description

Lotus divaricatus (also called Spreading lotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Europe, and it grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus divaricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, ulcers, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus divaricatus has yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus divaricatus is a tropical and subtropical legume that is grown for its edible seeds. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be planted in the spring. The seeds should be planted 1-2 inches deep and spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Lotus divaricatus

Lotus divaricatus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Lotus divaricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus divaricatus?

Lotus divaricatus

What is the common name of Lotus divaricatus?

Spreading Bird's-foot Trefoil

What type of plant is Lotus divaricatus?

Herb

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