Lotus berthelotii (Coral Gem) - Image 6

Botanical name: Lotus berthelotii

Common names: Coral Gem, Pelican Beak, Parrot Beak

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Canary Islands

Hardiness: 35°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliagePlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Lotus berthelotii (Coral Gem) orange yellow flower close up with fine silver green needle foliage
Lotus berthelotii (Coral Gem) flower with orange yellow petals nestled among narrow silvery green foliage stems


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