Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maritimus
ID:
212884

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 773 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212213

Common Names

  • Lotus maritimus
  • Sea Bird's-Foot Trefoil
  • Sea Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus maritima L. [unknown]
  • Tetragonolobus prostratus Moench [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus tauricus Bunge ex Nyman [invalid]
  • Tetragonolobus maritimus (L.) Roth [valid]
  • Lotus pratensis Mill. [valid]
  • Lotus bouteloui Nyman [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus scandalida Scop. [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus glaucus Dulac [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus bouteloui Willk. [valid]
  • Scandalida flava Medik. [valid]
  • Scandalida maritima (L.) Scop. [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus maritimus hirsutus (Willk.) Muñoz Garm. & Pedrol [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus siliquosus hirsutus [unknown]
  • Lotus siliquosus bivoneus (Guss.) Arcang. [valid]
  • Lotus siliquosus maritimus (L.) Arcang. [valid]
  • Lotus siliquosus glaber Klett & Richt. [valid]
  • Lotus siliquosus maritimus (L.) DC. [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus siliquosus aureus Maire [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus siliquosus bicolor Maire [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus siliquosus maritimus P.Fourn. [illegitimate]
  • Lotus siliquosus maritimus (L.) Hartm. [unknown]

Description

Lotus maritimus (also called Sea Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to western and southern Europe, and North Africa. It is a perennial herb that grows in sandy soils and is found in coastal areas, grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus maritimus 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 maritimus 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 maritimus 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 maritimus

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

Lotus maritimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus maritimus?

Lotus maritimus

What is the common name of Lotus maritimus?

Seashore Bird's-foot

What is the natural habitat of Lotus maritimus?

It is native to Europe, from the British Isles to the Mediterranean region

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