Lotus mascaensis
Care, watering, light and tips for Lotus mascaensis on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Fabaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 5 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Lotus mascaensis
Lotus mascaensis (mascanmaite) is a perennial plant endemic to Tenerife, distinguished by its delicate yellow pea-shaped flowers and silvery foliage. It's an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, or as an ornamental potted plant, adding an exotic and resilient touch. Its trailing or slightly cascading habit makes it ideal for ground cover or enhancing slopes.
Native range
Canary Islands, Spain
Care tips
It requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering and healthy development. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is sensitive to waterlogging. Use a well-drained substrate, preferably sandy or with gravel, and avoid excessive moisture at the roots to prevent rot.
How to save a dying Lotus mascaensis
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or drooping leaves, soft stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Check drainage, reduce watering, ensure direct sunlight.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of direct sunlight. Does not tolerate waterlogging.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. Needs sun and well-drained soil.