Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dahuricum
ID:
199461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz. ex B.Fedtsch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS13: 290 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198790

Common Names

  • Hedysarum dahuricum
  • Dahurian Sweetvetch
  • Dahuricum Sweetvetch

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum davuricum Fisch. [invalid]
  • Hedysarum gmelinii dahuricum (Turcz. ex B.Fedtsch.) R.Sha [valid]
  • Hedysarum dahuricum roseum Peschkova [valid]

Description

Hedysarum dahuricum (also called Dahurian Sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum dahuricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat digestive problems, respiratory problems, and urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedysarum dahuricum is a small, yellow-green inflorescence, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum dahuricum is a slow-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from seed sown directly in the garden or in pots. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal care and maintenance.

Where to Find Hedysarum dahuricum

Hedysarum dahuricum can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Hedysarum dahuricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum dahuricum?

Hedysarum dahuricum

What is the common name of Hedysarum dahuricum?

Dahurian sainfoin

Where is Hedysarum dahuricum found?

It is found in East Asia

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

References

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.