Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palustris
ID:
212898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 1394 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212227

Common Names

  • Lotus palustris
  • Marsh Bird's-Foot Trefoil
  • Marsh Lotus

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Synonyms

  • Lotus angustissimus palustris (Willd.) Ponert [valid]
  • Lotus lamprocarpus Boiss. [valid]
  • Lotus longicaulis Welw. ex Nyman [invalid]
  • Lotus clausonis Pomel [unknown]
  • Lotus vidalii (Pau) Sennen ex Pau [unknown]
  • Lotus hispidus clausonis (Pomel) Batt. [valid]
  • Lotus hispidus vidalii Pau [valid]
  • Lotus palustris glaberrimus Asch. & Schweinf. [valid]
  • Lotus palustris villosissimus H.Lindb. [valid]
  • Lotus hispidus Spruner & Heldr. ex Nyman [invalid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Lotus palustris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower that can be used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lotus palustris is a pink or white, 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 palustris is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lotus palustris

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

Lotus palustris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lotus palustris?

Lotus palustris

What is the family of Lotus palustris?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Lotus palustris?

Northern 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