Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
monticola
ID:
206281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Durieu ex Lassen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia19: 61 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205610

Common Names

  • Hippocrepis monticola
  • Mountain Hoofwort
  • Mountain Horse-shoe

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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis scabra maroccana Pau & Font Quer [unknown]
  • Hippocrepis scabra mauritii Sennen [unknown]

Description

Hippocrepis monticola (also called Mountain Hippocrepis, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Europe and is found in the dry grasslands and scrublands. It is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers and small, round fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis monticola is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock and the bark is used for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippocrepis monticola is a yellow-green color with a small, round shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis monticola can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Hippocrepis monticola

Hippocrepis monticola is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar.

Hippocrepis monticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis monticola?

Hippocrepis monticola

What is the common name of Hippocrepis monticola?

Mountain Hippocrepis

What is the family of Hippocrepis monticola?

Fabaceae

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

References

Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.
Per Lassen (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lassen' in the authors string.