Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Lotus [1145]

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Family: Fabaceae

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description_en: Diverse genus of about 150 species of annuals, short-lived perennials, and deciduous, semi-evergreen, or evergreen subshrubs, found throughout most of the world, some in pasture, others in dryish, rocky areas. The alternate leaves are simple, palmate, or pinnate. Pea-like flowers, in a range of colours, occur either singly from the leaf axils or in terminal or axillary clusters. Suitable for a variety of sites, including a wild garden, rock garden, or shrub border; trailing species are useful for a hanging basket. In frost-prone areas, grow tender species in a cool greenhouse.

hardiness_en: Fully hardy to frost tender.

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propagation_en: Sow seed of hardy species in containers outdoors in spring or autumn. Sow seed of half-hardy and frost-tender species at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring. Take semi-ripe cuttings of shrubs in summer.

pests_en: Mealybugs, aphids, and red spider mites may be a problem under glass.

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comment_ja: ミヤコグサ

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56

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