Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gebelia
ID:
212865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Nouv.: t. 57 (1801)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212194

Common Names

  • Gebelia Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Gebelia
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Lotus aleppicus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lotus corniculatus hirsutissimus Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Lotus gebelia hirsutissimus (Ledeb.) Ponert [unknown]
  • Lotus goebelia Vent. [unknown]
  • Lotus subsessilis Bornm. [unknown]
  • Lotus hakkariensis Ponert [unknown]
  • Lotus varius Boiss. ex Brand [unknown]
  • Lotus unifultus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lotus libanoticus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lotus gebelia libanoticus (Boiss.) Ponert [unknown]
  • Lotus gebelia trdatii (Tamamsch.) T.N.Popova & Takht. [unknown]
  • Lotus gebelia trdatii Tamamsch. [unknown]
  • Lotus gebelia hirsutissimus (Ledeb.) Dinsm. [valid]
  • Lotus gebelia lanatus Chrtková [valid]
  • Lotus gebelia villosus Boiss. [valid]
  • Lotus michauxianus glabratus Chrtková [valid]
  • Lotus anthylloides Boiss. & Noë [illegitimate]
  • Lotus arabicus Banks & Sol. [deprecated]

Description

Lotus gebelia (also called Bird's-foot trefoil, Common bird's-foot trefoil, and Common lotus, 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 gebelia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower that can be used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lotus gebelia sub. gebelia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus gebelia 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 gebelia 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 gebelia

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

Lotus gebelia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus gebelia?

Lotus gebelia

What is the common name of Lotus gebelia?

Gebel's Bird's-foot

What is the natural habitat of Lotus gebelia?

It is native to North Africa and the Middle East, from Morocco to Iran

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