Lotus benoistii

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Lotus benoistii
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Fabales
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Faboideae
Genus: Lotus
Species:
L. benoistii
Binomial name
Lotus benoistii
(Maire) Lassen
Synonyms[2]
  • Benedictella benoistii Maire

Lotus benoistii is a plant in the genus Lotus endemic to Morocco.[2]

Description

This species is identified by its beak like dark to light green seedheads. This species has five lobes per leaf, and spreads on a trailing stem. The flowers are small and yellow, with red tips looking like finch beaks.[3]

Conservation status

This species is considered Critically Endangered by the Red List.[citation needed]

References

  1. Rhazi, L.; Grillas, P.; Rhazi, M. (2010). "Lotus benoistii". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2010: e.T164170A5763521. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-3.RLTS.T164170A5763521.en. Retrieved 15 August 2024.
  2. 2.0 2.1 "Lotus benoistii". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 15 August 2024.
  3. "Lotus benoistii". Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 2024-08-15.