Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetragonolobus
ID:
212927

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 773 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212256

Common Names

  • Tetragonolobus Lotus
  • Tetragonolobus-flowered Lotus
  • Four-angled Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Tetragonolobus palestinus Boiss. & Blanche [unknown]
  • Lotus palaestinus (Boiss. & Blanche) Blatt. [unknown]
  • Tetragonolobus palaestinus Boiss. [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus edulis Link [illegitimate]
  • Lotus palaestinus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Tetragonolobus purpureus Moench [valid]
  • Lotus tetraptera Stokes [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus tetragonolobus (L.) Asch. & Graebn. [invalid]
  • Scandalida tetragonoloba (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Scandalida rubra Medik. [illegitimate]
  • Tetragonolobus pseudopurpureus Uechtr. [unknown]
  • Tetragonolobus purpureus palaestinus (Boiss.) Ponert [valid]
  • Lotus purpureus palaestinus (Boiss.) Post [valid]
  • Lotus tetragonolobus palaestinus Holmboe [valid]
  • Tetragonolobus siliquosus maritimus (L.) Ser. [valid]
  • Lotus palaestinus (Boiss.) Holmboe [unknown]
  • Lotus purpureus (Moench) E.H.L.Krause [illegitimate]

Description

Lotus tetragonolobus (also called Tetragonolobus Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It is an annual herb that grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus tetragonolobus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower that can be used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus tetragonolobus is a yellow, 5-petaled bloom that is about 1 inch in diameter. The seed is round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus tetragonolobus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lotus tetragonolobus

Lotus tetragonolobus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Lotus tetragonolobus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus tetragonolobus?

Lotus tetragonolobus

What is the family of Lotus tetragonolobus?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lotus tetragonolobus?

Southern 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