Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kunkelii
ID:
194709

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Esteve) Bramwell & D.H.Davis

Source:
ildis

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Cuad. Bot. Canaria16: 53 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194038

Common Names

  • Kunkel's lotus
  • Lotus kunkelii
  • Kunkel's trefoil

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Synonyms

  • Lotus lancerottensis kunkelii Esteve [valid]

Description

Lotus kunkelii (also called Kunkel's Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Hawaii. It typically grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus kunkelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus kunkelii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus kunkelii is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Lotus kunkelii

Lotus kunkelii is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

Lotus kunkelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus kunkelii?

Lotus kunkelii

What is the common name of Lotus kunkelii?

Kunkel's Bird's-foot Trefoil

What is the family of Lotus kunkelii?

Fabaceae

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

David Bramwell (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bramwell' in the authors string.
Fernando Esteve Chueca (1919-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esteve' in the authors string.
Diana Helen Davis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.H.Davis' in the authors string.