Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wildii
ID:
212931

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett

Source:
ildis

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.13: 370 (1958 publ. 1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212260

Common Names

  • Wildii Lotus
  • Wildii-flowered Lotus
  • Wild's Lotus

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Description

Lotus wildii (also called Wild'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 wildii 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 wildii 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 wildii 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 wildii

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

Lotus wildii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus wildii?

Lotus wildii

What is the family of Lotus wildii?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lotus wildii?

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