Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
biflora
ID:
206408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spreng.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Pl. Min. Cogn. Pug.2: 73 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205737

Common Names

  • Hippocrepis
  • Biflora
  • Hippocrepis Biflora

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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis annularis Steven [valid]
  • Hippocrepis unisiliquosa biflora (Spreng.) O.Bolòs & Vigo [valid]
  • Hippocrepis unisiliquosa ambigua Pomel [valid]

Description

Hippocrepis biflora (also called Horse-shoe Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis biflora is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippocrepis biflora has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis biflora is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Philippines and is found in lowland forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers a sunny location and regular watering.

Where to Find Hippocrepis biflora

Hippocrepis biflora is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Hippocrepis biflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis biflora?

Hippocrepis biflora

What is the common name of Hippocrepis biflora?

Two-flowered horseshoe vetch

What is the habitat of Hippocrepis biflora?

Hippocrepis biflora is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Species in the Hippocrepis genus

Hippocrepis balearica, Hippocrepis glauca, Hippocrepis scabra, Hippocrepis valentina, Hippocrepis areolata, Hippocrepis bornmulleri, Hippocrepis carpetana, Hippocrepis fruticescens, Hippocrepis rupestris, Hippocrepis scorpioides, Hippocrepis atlantica, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis ciliata, Hippocrepis constricta, Hippocrepis cyclocarpa, Hippocrepis emerus, Hippocrepis liouvillei, Hippocrepis minor, Hippocrepis monticola, Hippocrepis multisiliquosa, Hippocrepis neglecta, Hippocrepis salzmannii, Hippocrepis maura, Hippocrepis unisiliquosa, Hippocrepis biflora, Hippocrepis comosa, Hippocrepis squamata, Hippocrepis castroviejoi, Hippocrepis grosii, Hippocrepis nevadensis, Hippocrepis prostrata, Hippocrepis tavera-mendozae, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis conradiae, Hippocrepis eriocarpa,

Species in the Fabaceae family