Overview
Lotus angustissimus is a submerged shrubs in the genus Lotus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lotus angustissimus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include pond margins and shallow water.
About
Lotus angustissimus, commonly known as slender bird's foot trefoil, is a submerged, deciduous plant within the Lotus genus, which includes a variety of annuals, perennials, and shrubs with pea-like flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites, preferring loam soil that is neutral in pH and poorly drained. It is hardy to H1c and is well suited for pond margins or shallow water. Lotus angustissimus is best cultivated in fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division of rhizomes, with its period of interest spanning spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lotus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Lotus angustissimus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Submerged
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Pond margins, shallow water
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lotus angustissimus
- Propagation
- Seed, division of rhizomes
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lotus angustissimus?
Lotus angustissimus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lotus angustissimus need?
Lotus angustissimus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays poorly-drained.
Is Lotus angustissimus hardy in the UK?
Lotus angustissimus has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Lotus angustissimus?
Seed, division of rhizomes.
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- Lotus spectabilis
- Lotus emeroides
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- Lotus mascaensis