Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentale
ID:
185298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia3: 19 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184627

Common Names

  • Hedysarum occidentale
  • Occidental Hedysarum
  • Occidental-Hedysarum

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum marginatum Greene [valid]
  • Hedysarum uintahense A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Hedysarum lancifolium Rydb. [valid]
  • Hedysarum occidentale canone S.L.Welsh [valid]

Description

Hedysarum occidentale (also called 'Western Sweetvetch', among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in prairies, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has pinnate leaves and yellow, pea-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum occidentale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum occidentale has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum occidentale is a perennial herb native to western North America. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location. Once established, the plant is relatively drought tolerant.

Where to Find Hedysarum occidentale

Hedysarum occidentale is native to western North America. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, sagebrush, and chaparral.

Hedysarum occidentale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum occidentale?

Hedysarum occidentale

What is the common name of Hedysarum occidentale?

Western sweetvetch

What is the habitat of Hedysarum occidentale?

Hedysarum occidentale is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and prairies

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