Lotus requienii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Sanguin.
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wfo-0000212178
Common Names
- Lotus Requienii
- Requien's Bird's Foot Trefoil
- Tetragonolobus Requienii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lotus requienii (also called Bird's-foot trefoil, Common bird's-foot trefoil, and Common lotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lotus requienii is a hardy plant that is used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive foliage and can be used to add texture and colour to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lotus requienii has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lotus requienii is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Lotus requienii
Lotus requienii is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Lotus requienii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotus requienii?
Lotus requienii
What type of plant is Lotus requienii?
It is a legume
Where is Lotus requienii found?
It is found in 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
Pietro Sanguinetti (1802-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sanguin.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:503863-1: Based on the initial data import