Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanguineus
ID:
363353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vural) D.D.Sokoloff

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol.108(3): 43 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362685

Common Names

  • Sanguineus Lotus
  • Sanguineus's Lotus
  • Sanguineus Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Dorycnium sanguineum Vural [valid]

Description

Lotus sanguineus (also called Blood-red Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California and Oregon. It grows in moist soils in meadows, along streams, and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus sanguineus is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus sanguineus is yellow-greenish with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus sanguineus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two months to sprout. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Lotus sanguineus

Lotus sanguineus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Portugal, Spain, Morocco, and Algeria.

Lotus sanguineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus sanguineus?

Lotus sanguineus

What are the common names of Lotus sanguineus?

Bloody lotus

What is the natural habitat of Lotus sanguineus?

It is found in dry, sandy or stony soils in open areas, scrubland, and grasslands

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

Mecit Vural: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vural' in the authors string.
Dmitri Sokolov (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Sokoloff' in the authors string.