Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolius
ID:
174412

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Horti Monsp.: 122 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173741

Common Names

  • Lotus Sessilifolius
  • Sessile-Leaved Bird's-Foot-Trefoil
  • Sessile Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Pedrosia sessilifolia (DC.) Lowe [valid]
  • Lotus glaucus sessilifolius (DC.) Pit. [valid]

Description

Lotus sessilifolius (also called 'Sessile-leaved Bird's-foot Trefoil', among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry grasslands and disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus sessilifolius is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lotus sessilifolius sub. villosissimus (Pit.) Sandral & D.D.Sokoloff
Lotus sessilifolius sub. sessilifolius
Lotus sessilifolius var. pentaphyllus (Link) D.H.Davis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus sessilifolius is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus sessilifolius is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Lotus sessilifolius

Lotus sessilifolius is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Lotus sessilifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus sessilifolius?

Lotus sessilifolius

What is the common name of Lotus sessilifolius?

Sessile-leaved lotus

What is the natural habitat of Lotus sessilifolius?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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