Lotus crassifolius var. otayensis Moran ex Isely

  • Authority

    Isely, Duane. 1981. Leguminosae of the United States. III. Subfamily Papilionoideae: tribes Sophoreae, Podalyrieae, Loteae. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 25 (3): 1-264.

  • Family

    Fabaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Lotus crassifolius var. otayensis Moran ex Isely

  • Description

    Distribution and Ecology - California, San Diego co. Known only from Otay Mt., vicinity of Doghouse Junction, ca. 3000 ft. May.

  • Discussion

    This striking local form differs from typical Lotus crassifolius in its ample pubescence and reduced ovule number. The pods are often shorter, the calyx teeth narrower, and the keel is broader and abruptly incurved. The few collection sites are from disturbed areas.

  • Distribution

    California, San Diego co. Known only from Otay Mt., vicinity of Doghouse Junction, ca. 3000 ft. May.

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