Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weilleri
ID:
212930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N.19: 40 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212259

Common Names

  • Weilleri Lotus
  • Weilleri-flowered Lotus
  • Weiller's Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus macrocarpus H.Lindb. [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Lotus weilleri is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a food additive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus weilleri 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 weilleri 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 weilleri

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

Lotus weilleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus weilleri?

Lotus weilleri

What is the family of Lotus weilleri?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lotus weilleri?

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

References