Chesneya borissovae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pavlov
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208485
Common Names
- Chesneya borissovae
- Borissovae Chesneya
- Chesneya of Borissovae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chesneya borissovae (also called Borissov's chesneya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. This plant is an annual herb, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is found in grassland, scrub and open woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chesneya borissovae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a windbreak, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chesneya borissovae has yellow, pea-like flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flat. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, long taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chesneya borissovae is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Chesneya borissovae
Chesneya borissovae is found in Central Asia.
Chesneya borissovae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chesneya borissovae?
Chesneya borissovae
What is the family of Chesneya borissovae?
Fabaceae
What is the habitat of Chesneya borissovae?
Steppes and rocky slopes
Species in the Chesneya genus
Chesneya parviflora, Chesneya kotschyi, Chesneya kopetdaghensis, Chesneya astragalina, Chesneya afghanica, Chesneya acaulis, Chesneya cuneata, Chesneya rytidosperma, Chesneya tadzhikistana, Chesneya ternata, Chesneya vaginalis, Chesneya volkii, Chesneya mongolica, Chesneya gansuensis, Chesneya crassipes, Chesneya polystichoides, Chesneya nubigena, Chesneya purpurea, Chesneya depressa, Chesneya antoninae, Chesneya badachschanica, Chesneya borissovae, Chesneya botschantzevii, Chesneya darvasica, Chesneya dshungarica, Chesneya ferganensis, Chesneya gracilis, Chesneya hissarica, Chesneya isfarensis, Chesneya karatavica, Chesneya kschutica, Chesneya latefoliolata, Chesneya linczevskii, Chesneya neplii, Chesneya quinata, Chesneya tribuloides, Chesneya trijuga, Chesneya turkestanica, Chesneya villosa, Chesneya borissovii, Chesneya elegans, Chesneya kschtutica, Chesneya latefoliolatus, Chesneya pavlovii, Chesneya popovii, Chesneya staintonii, Chesneya macrantha, Chesneya yunnanensis, Chesneya paucifoliolata, Chesneya intermedia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-54552: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Vasilievich Pavlov (1893-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pavlov' in the authors string.