Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jacobaeus
ID:
212878

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212207

Common Names

  • Lotus jacobaeus
  • Jacob's Bird's-Foot Trefoil
  • Jacob's Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus anthylloides Vent. [valid]
  • Lotus melilotoides Webb [valid]
  • Lotus linearis Walp. [valid]
  • Lotus lugubris Salisb. [illegitimate]
  • Lotus atropurpureus DC. [valid]
  • Lotus lanatus C.Sm. [invalid]
  • Lotus tristis Moench [valid]
  • Lotus jacobaeus luteus A.Chev. [valid]
  • Lotus jacobaeus villosus A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Lotus jacobaeus (also called Jacob's Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus jacobaeus 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 jacobaeus 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 jacobaeus 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 jacobaeus

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

Lotus jacobaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus jacobaeus?

Lotus jacobaeus

What is the common name of Lotus jacobaeus?

Jacob's Bird's-foot

What is the natural habitat of Lotus jacobaeus?

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