Lotus kunkelii explained

Lotus kunkelii is a subshrub native to the Canary Islands in the Lotus genus.[1]

Description

This species has small clustered hairy leaves coming off a main stem. The flowers are yellow and small and look like unclustered yellow pea flowers. The leaves are rectangular.[2]

Conservation status

This species was thought extinct then rediscovered in 1973.[3]

This species is classified as critically endangered.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Lotus kunkelii (Esteve) Bramwell & D.H.Davis . 503711-1 . 2024-08-08.
  2. Web site: Biota - Lotus kunkelii (Esteve) Bramwell & D. H. Davis . 2024-08-08 . www.biodiversidadcanarias.es.
  3. Web site: Anne Kmke! . Mary . On the Rediscovery of Lotus kunkelii .