Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Fedtsch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.11: 115 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209110
Common Names
- Hedysarum Lipskyi
- Lipskyi Hedysarum
- Lipsky's Sweetvetch
Description
Hedysarum lipskyi (also called 'Lipsky's sweetvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.3–0.5 m. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, and grows in meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum lipskyi is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving plant. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hedysarum lipskyi 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 lipskyi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Hedysarum lipskyi
Hedysarum lipskyi is native to Central Asia and can be found in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Hedysarum lipskyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum lipskyi?
Hedysarum lipskyi
What is the common name of Hedysarum lipskyi?
Lipsky's Sweetvetch
What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum lipskyi?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
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