Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
halophilus
ID:
212875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Spruner

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 37 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212204

Common Names

  • Lotus halophilus
  • Salt Marsh Bird's-Foot Trefoil
  • Salt Marsh Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus pusillus Medik. [valid]
  • Lotus villosus Forssk. [illegitimate]
  • Lotus oligoceratos Desf. [illegitimate]
  • Lotus aucheri Boiss. [valid]
  • Lotus bornmuellerianus Gand. [unknown]
  • Lotus halophilus macranthus (Boiss.) Heyn [unknown]
  • Lotus pusillus Viv. [illegitimate]
  • Lotus pusillus vivianii Pamp. [valid]
  • Lotus pusillus macranthus Boiss. [valid]

Description

Lotus halophilus (also called Salt Marsh Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It grows in salt marshes, coastal dunes, and other saline habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus halophilus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus halophilus 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 halophilus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lotus halophilus

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

Lotus halophilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus halophilus?

Lotus halophilus

What is the common name of Lotus halophilus?

Salt-loving Bird's-foot

What is the natural habitat of Lotus halophilus?

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

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm von Spruner (1805-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruner' in the authors string.