Status:
valid
Authors:
Hochst. ex Baker
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 61 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212224
Common Names
- Lotus nubicus
- Nubian Bird's-Foot Trefoil
- Nubian Lotus
Description
Lotus nubicus (also called Nubian 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 nubicus 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 nubicus has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lotus nubicus 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 nubicus
Lotus nubicus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Lotus nubicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotus nubicus?
Lotus nubicus
What is the family of Lotus nubicus?
Fabaceae
What is the native range of Lotus nubicus?
Northern Africa
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