Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minoricensis
ID:
508213

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.À.Conesa, Mus & Rosselló

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber.34: 25 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507545

Common Names

  • Lotus minoricensis
  • Lotus miyakojimae
  • Lotus tenellus

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Description

Lotus minoricensis (also called Lotus minoricensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus minoricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus minoricensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus minoricensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed, and prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F. It can be propagated by division in the spring.

Where to Find Lotus minoricensis

Lotus minoricensis can be found in the Balearic Islands of Spain.

Lotus minoricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus minoricensis?

Lotus minoricensis

What is the common name of Lotus minoricensis?

Minorca lotus

What is the natural habitat of Lotus minoricensis?

Grassland and open woodland

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

Josep Antoni Rosselló (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosselló' in the authors string.
Maurici Mus (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mus' in the authors string.
Miquel Àngel Conesa (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.À.Conesa' in the authors string.