Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strictus
ID:
214513

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus)1: 32 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213842

Common Names

  • Lotus strictus
  • Strict Bird's-foot Trefoil
  • Strict Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Dorycnium strictum (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Lassen [valid]
  • Lotus albus Janka [valid]
  • Lotus thermalis Boiss. [valid]

Description

Lotus strictus (also called Strict bird's-foot trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus strictus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus strictus is a yellow-green pea-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, delicate and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus strictus is a hardy, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden in late spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and water regularly. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Once the plants are established, they will need minimal care.

Where to Find Lotus strictus

Lotus strictus is native to Europe and can be found in parts of France, Spain, and Italy.

Lotus strictus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus strictus?

Lotus strictus

What is the common name of Lotus strictus?

Upright Lotus

What is the habitat of Lotus strictus?

Grassland, woodland, and hedgerows

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

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:503896-1: Based on the initial data import