Lotus corniculatus
Lotus XL
Birdsfoot trefoil is a perennial legume that adapts well to production on poorly drained, low-pH soils. It can re-seed itself, is resistant to Phytophthora root rot and numerous alfalfa insects, responds well to fertilization and does not cause bloat in animals. As a result, it is being grown more often in the northern United States and southern Canada where production of other forage legumes is limited.
Key features
- Tolerant of poorly drained, low pH soils
- High disease resistance
- Fast recovery after cutting
- Upright growth habit
Segment
Forage
Category
Birdsfoot Trefoil
Species
Birdsfoot Trefoil
Sci. Name
Lotus corniculatus
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
814000
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
370000
Seeding Depth (cm)
0.635
Seeding Depth (Inches)
1/4
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare)
9-11
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
8-10
Planting Times
Spring, Late Summer-Early Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Kg./Hectare)
4.5-5.5
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre)
4-5
Livestock
Cattle ,
Deer ,
Goats ,
Hogs ,
Poultry ,
Sheep
Usage
Pasture ,
Wildlife
Winter Hardiness
7