Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
creticus
ID:
212853

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 775 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212182

Common Names

  • Cretan Bird's Foot Trefoil
  • Lotus Creticus
  • Lotus Species

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Synonyms

  • Lotus carthaginiensis Andr. [valid]
  • Lotus salzmannii Boiss. & Reut. [valid]
  • Lotus commutatus Guss. [valid]
  • Lotus obtusatus Ser. [valid]
  • Lotus argenteus Salisb. [illegitimate]
  • Lotus varians Desv. [valid]
  • Lotus pseudo-creticus Maire, Weiller & Wilczek [unknown]
  • Lotus creticus commutatus (Guss.) Ball [valid]
  • Lotus creticus commutatus Arcang. [valid]
  • Lotus creticus commutatus (Guss.) Batt. [valid]
  • Lotus creticus salzmannii (Boiss. & Reut.) H.Lindb. [valid]
  • Lotus creticus micranthus Maire [valid]
  • Lotus creticus grandiflorus Heyn & Herrnst. [unknown]
  • Lotus sericeus Moench [unknown]
  • Trifolium creticum (L.) Hoffm. [illegitimate]

Description

Lotus creticus (also called Cretan trefoil, Cretan bird's-foot trefoil, and Cretan lotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lotus creticus 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 creticus 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 creticus 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 creticus

Lotus creticus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Lotus creticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus creticus?

Lotus creticus

What type of plant is Lotus creticus?

It is a legume

Where is Lotus creticus found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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