Lotus benoistii
| Lotus benoistii | |
|---|---|
Scientific 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] | |
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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.
References
- ^ 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.
- ^ a b "Lotus benoistii". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 15 August 2024.
- ^ "Lotus benoistii". Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 2024-08-15.