Lotus scoparius

Identification

Genus: Lotus Species: scoparius Variety: None Cultivar: None
Common names: Deerweed and California Broom.
 

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Description

Lotus scoparius Deerweed is a short- lived ( 7-20 years! ) perennial in the pea family. From spring through summer this plant is covered in small yellow flowers. Deerweed is a pioneer species in nature and helps to fertilize (adds nitrogen with the help of symbiotic bacteria) the soil naturally. That is, when a plant community is disturbed deerweed emerges and helps to reestablish the plant community. This can be very useful in restoration or in a garden situation. You can use it to help establish your plant community in your garden if you start with a new house on a bare lot. Deerweed is very drought tolerant. As the plant community matures deerweed gradually disappears.

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Characteristics



Lotus scoparius Deerweed's foliage type is deciduous.
Lotus scoparius Deerweed's flower color is yellow.

Communities

Communities for Lotus scoparius Deerweed:Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Coastal Strand.

Ranges for Lotus scoparius

ph: 6.00 to 8.00
usda: 7 to 10
height[m]: 0.50 to 1.00
width[m]: 0.60 to 1.00
rainfall[cm]: 33.00 to 81.00

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