Status:
valid
Authors:
Husn.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France48: 418 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362638
Common Names
- Lotus medioximus
- Medioximus Lotus
- Medioximus Bird's-foot Trefoil
Description
Lotus medioximus (also called Intermediate Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is an annual plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall, with narrow leaves and yellow or white flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lotus medioximus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: yellow, with four petals, Seed: small, dark brown, oval-shaped, Seedlings: oval-shaped leaves, with toothed margins.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotus medioximus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8 to 11.
Where to Find Lotus medioximus
Lotus medioximus is native to Europe and can be found in areas of dry grassland, scrub, and open woodland.
Lotus medioximus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotus medioximus?
Lotus medioximus
What are the common names of Lotus medioximus?
Large-fruited Bird's-foot Trefoil, Large-fruited Lotus
What are the uses of Lotus medioximus?
It is used as a forage crop for livestock, and as a soil-improving crop
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