Lotus tenuis - Uses, Benefits & Care
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valid
Authors:
Waldst. & Kit.
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205262
Common Names
- Lotus Tenuis
- Slender Bird's-Foot Trefoil
- Slender Lotus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Lotus corniculatus minor Baker [unknown]
Description
Lotus tenuis (also called Slender bird's-foot trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herb growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, trifoliate, and its flowers are yellow in colour.
Uses & Benefits
Lotus tenuis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lotus tenuis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lotus tenuis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Lotus tenuis
Lotus tenuis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Lotus tenuis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lotus tenuis?
Lotus tenuis
What is the common name of Lotus tenuis?
Slender Bird's-foot-trefoil
What is the natural habitat of Lotus tenuis?
It is found in dry, rocky places, scrubland, and grassy slopes
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
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:503917-1: Based on the initial data import