Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longisiliquosus
ID:
214511

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Roem.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Linnaea25: 22 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213840

Common Names

  • Lotus longisiliquosus
  • Long-podded Bird's-foot Trefoil
  • Long-podded Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus collinus (Boiss.) Heldr. [valid]
  • Lotus creticus collinus (Boiss.) Briq. [valid]
  • Lotus pilosissimus Sennen & Mauricio [illegitimate]
  • Lotus judaicus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lotus creticus collinus Boiss. [valid]
  • Lotus commutatus collinus (Boiss.) Brand [unknown]
  • Lotus creticus collinus (Boiss.) Holmb. [unknown]
  • Lotus cytisoides collinus (Boiss.) Murb. [valid]
  • Lotus collinus cinerascens Emb. & Maire [valid]
  • Lotus corniculatus longisiliquosus (R.Roem.) Brand [valid]
  • Lotus collinus grandiflorus Heyn & Herrnst. [unknown]
  • Lotus cytisoides linnaei Willk. ex Lange [unknown]
  • Lotus glacialis longisiliquosus (R.Roem.) Pau [unknown]

Description

Lotus longisiliquosus (also called Long-pod bird's-foot trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus longisiliquosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus longisiliquosus is a yellow-green pea-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, delicate and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus longisiliquosus is a hardy, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden in late spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and water regularly. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Once the plants are established, they will need minimal care.

Where to Find Lotus longisiliquosus

Lotus longisiliquosus is native to Europe and can be found in parts of France, Spain, and Italy.

Lotus longisiliquosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus longisiliquosus?

Lotus longisiliquosus

What is the common name of Lotus longisiliquosus?

Long-podded Lotus

What is the habitat of Lotus longisiliquosus?

Grassland, woodland, and hedgerows

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