Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudocreticus
ID:
212910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire, Weiller & Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N.26: 120 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212239

Common Names

  • Pseudocreticus Lotus
  • Pseudocreticus-flowered Lotus
  • False-Cretan Lotus

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Lotus pseudocreticus 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

The flower of Lotus pseudocreticus is a yellow, 5-petaled bloom that is about 1 inch in diameter. The seed is round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus pseudocreticus 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 pseudocreticus

Lotus pseudocreticus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Lotus pseudocreticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus pseudocreticus?

Lotus pseudocreticus

What is the family of Lotus pseudocreticus?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lotus pseudocreticus?

Southern Europe

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

René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Ernst Wilczek (1867-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilczek' in the authors string.
Marc Weiller (1880-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weiller' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:503846-1: Based on the initial data import