Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpinum
ID:
214451

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 750 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213780

Common Names

  • Alpine Vetch
  • Alpine Hedysarum
  • Alpine Honeysuckle

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum elongatum Basiner [unknown]
  • Hedysarum sibiricum sensu Ledeb. [deprecated]
  • Banalia alpina (L.) Bubani [unknown]
  • Echinolobium alpinum (L.) Desv. [valid]
  • Hedysarum elongatum Fisch. ex G.Lodd. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum alpinum alpinum [unknown]

Description

Hedysarum alpinum (also called Alpine Sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial that typically grows up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall, with trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, scrub, and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum alpinum is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedysarum alpinum var. philoscia (A.Nelson) Rollins
Hedysarum alpinum sub. alpinum
Hedysarum alpinum sub. laxiflorum (Benth. ex Baker) H.Ohashi & Tateishi
Hedysarum alpinum for. albiflorum (Standl.) Fernald
Hedysarum alpinum var. grandiflorum Rollins

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum alpinum has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum alpinum is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with a well-drained soil. Once established, Hedysarum alpinum requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Hedysarum alpinum

Hedysarum alpinum is native to Europe. It can be found in alpine and subalpine meadows.

Hedysarum alpinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum alpinum?

Hedysarum alpinum

What is the common name of Hedysarum alpinum?

Alpine Sainfoin

What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum alpinum?

Grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Hedysarum genus

Hedysarum boreale, Hedysarum occidentale, Hedysarum sulphurescens, Hedysarum neglectum, Hedysarum sachalinense, Hedysarum denticulatum, Hedysarum caucasicum, Hedysarum polybotrys, Hedysarum branthii, Hedysarum astragaloides, Hedysarum atropatanum, Hedysarum bellevii, Hedysarum brahuicum, Hedysarum bucharicum, Hedysarum callithrix, Hedysarum criniferum, Hedysarum damghanicum, Hedysarum elymaiticum, Hedysarum falconeri, Hedysarum halophilum, Hedysarum hyrcanum, Hedysarum ibericum, Hedysarum kopetdaghi, Hedysarum kotschyi, Hedysarum lehmannianum, Hedysarum maitlandianum, Hedysarum mahrense, Hedysarum micropterum, Hedysarum minjanense, Hedysarum papillosum, Hedysarum plumosum, Hedysarum praticolum, Hedysarum renzii, Hedysarum sauzakense, Hedysarum sericatum, Hedysarum singarense, Hedysarum volkii, Hedysarum wakhanicum, Hedysarum cappadocicum, Hedysarum boveanum, Hedysarum argyrophyllum, Hedysarum algidum, Hedysarum brachypterum, Hedysarum campylocarpon, Hedysarum citrinum, Hedysarum dahuricum, Hedysarum dentatoalatum, Hedysarum ferganense, Hedysarum poncinsii, Hedysarum fistulosum,

Species in the Fabaceae family