Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
namulensis
ID:
212891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brand

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.25: 213 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212220

Common Names

  • Lotus namulensis
  • Namul Bird's-Foot Trefoil
  • Namul Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus eylesii Baker f. [valid]

Description

Lotus namulensis (also called Namul Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to East Africa. It is an annual herb that grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus namulensis 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 namulensis 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 namulensis 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 namulensis

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

Lotus namulensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus namulensis?

Lotus namulensis

What is the family of Lotus namulensis?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lotus namulensis?

Eastern Asia

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