Covelos

Covelos is a genus of plants in the family Fabaceae, commonly known as pea or legume family. The genus comprises a single species, Covelos glabra. This species is native to the Mediterranean region, found in countries such as Greece, Italy, and Spain. Covelos glabra is a herbaceous perennial plant that typically grows in arid and semi-arid environments, often on rocky or sandy soils.

The plant features compound leaves, characteristic of many Fabaceae species, and produces small, pea-like flowers. These flowers are typically yellow or white and bloom during the spring and summer months. Following flowering, the plant develops pods that contain seeds. Covelos glabra is adapted to withstand drought conditions, a common trait in its native habitat.

Historically, Covelos glabra has not been widely cultivated or utilized for significant economic purposes. Its primary ecological role is within its native Mediterranean ecosystems, contributing to biodiversity. There is limited information available regarding its medicinal or culinary uses, and it is not a common ornamental plant. Research into Covelos glabra is relatively sparse, with most existing knowledge derived from botanical surveys and ecological studies of Mediterranean flora. The genus Covelos itself is not extensively documented in wider botanical literature compared to more prominent genera within the Fabaceae family.