Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conimbricensis
ID:
212843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brot.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Phytogr. Lusitan. Select.: 59 (1800 publ. 1801)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212172

Common Names

  • Conimbric Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Conimbricensis
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Lotus coimbrensis Willd. [valid]
  • Lotus tingitanus Boiss. [valid]
  • Lotus aristatus DC. [valid]
  • Lotus glaberrimus DC. [valid]
  • Lotus trichocarpus Lag. [valid]
  • Lotus ciliatus Amo [illegitimate]

Description

Lotus conimbricensis (also called 'Conimbric Lotus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to North Africa and is found in dry savanna and wooded grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus conimbricensis is a hardy plant that is used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive foliage and can be used to add texture and colour to a garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus conimbricensis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus conimbricensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Lotus conimbricensis

Lotus conimbricensis is native to Portugal and Spain.

Lotus conimbricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus conimbricensis?

Lotus conimbricensis

What type of plant is Lotus conimbricensis?

It is a legume

Where is Lotus conimbricensis found?

It is found in 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