Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Koch
Source:
ildis
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Linnaea24: 97 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209168
Common Names
- Hedysarum Kolenatii
- Kolenatii Pea
- Kolenatii Hedysarum
Synonyms
- Hedysarum sericeum M.Bieb. [illegitimate]
Description
Hedysarum kolenatii (also called Kolenat's Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with yellow flowers. It is native to Central Asia and is found in rocky and dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum kolenatii is used as a fodder plant for livestock and as a soil amendment.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hedysarum kolenatii are yellow with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum kolenatii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and will flower in the second year.
Where to Find Hedysarum kolenatii
Hedysarum kolenatii is native to Kazakhstan and can be found in the Almaty region.
Hedysarum kolenatii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum kolenatii?
Hedysarum kolenatii
What is the common name of Hedysarum kolenatii?
Kolenat's Honeysuckle
What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum kolenatii?
Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes
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