Genus Lotus
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Belonging to the family Fabaceae, the genus Lotus is a large group comprising 152 taxa. It is widespread across Europe, and is also natively found in Africa, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, Australasia, and the Pacific. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with subtropical and temperate climate conditions. It features a mix of shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 152 taxa (128 base species, 24 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Africa (111), Europe (56), Temperate Asia (54)
- Primary Climates: Subtropical (89), Temperate (40), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (17)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (57), Shrubs (46), Annuals & Biennials (33)
152 taxa found