Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lourdes-santiagoi
ID:
747371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pina & Valdés

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.34: 709 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746704

Common Names

  • Lotus lourdes-santiagoi
  • Lourdes-Santiagoi Lotus
  • Lourdes-Santiagoi's Lotus

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Description

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi (also called Lourdes-Santiago's Lotus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and is found in open forests, woodlands and heathlands. It has bright yellow flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting from the parent plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light for best results.

Where to Find Lotus lourdes-santiagoi

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Michoacán.

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus lourdes-santiagoi?

Lotus lourdes-santiagoi

What is the common name of Lotus lourdes-santiagoi?

Lourdes-Santiago's Bird's-foot Trefoil

Where is Lotus lourdes-santiagoi found?

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

Benito Valdés (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valdés' in the authors string.
Francisco J. Pina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pina' in the authors string.