Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Portero, J.Martín-Carbajal & R.Mesa
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Bot. Macaronés.30: 91 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443911
Common Names
- Lotus gomerythus
- Gomerythus Lotus
- Gomerythus's Lotus
Description
Lotus gomerythus (also called Gomery's trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North Africa and the Middle East. It has a thin stem and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and entire. It is found in steppes and semi-deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Lotus gomerythus is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lotus gomerythus are yellow or white in color and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotus gomerythus is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Lotus gomerythus
Lotus gomerythus is native to Morocco and can be found in the Atlas Mountains.
Lotus gomerythus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotus gomerythus?
Lotus gomerythus
What is the common name of Lotus gomerythus?
No common name
Where is Lotus gomerythus found?
It is found in Mexico
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
Ricardo Mesa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Mesa' in the authors string.