Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borbasii
ID:
164463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ujhelyi

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Ann. Hist.-Nat. Mus. Natl. Hung.52: 187 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163792

Common Names

  • Borbasii Lotus
  • Borbasii Bird's-foot Trefoil
  • Borbasii Deervetch

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Synonyms

  • Lotus degenii Ujhelyi [valid]
  • Lotus corniculatus slovacus Zertova [unknown]

Description

Lotus borbasii (also called Borbas' trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus borbasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lotus borbasii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lotus borbasii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lotus borbasii

Lotus borbasii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Lotus borbasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus borbasii?

Lotus borbasii

What is the common name of Lotus borbasii?

Borbás' Bird's-foot Trefoil

What is the natural habitat of Lotus borbasii?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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