Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
multisiliquosa
ID:
206292

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 744 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205621

Common Names

  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa
  • Many-seeded Hoofwort
  • Many-seeded Horse-shoe

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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa cilatensis Zohary [valid]
  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa confusa (Pau) Maire [valid]
  • Hippocrepis confusa Pau [valid]
  • Ferrum-equinum multiflorum Moench [valid]
  • Ferrum-equinum multisiliquosum (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa siciliana (Uhrova) E.Domínguez [valid]
  • Hippocrepis confusa siciliana Uhrova [valid]
  • Hippocrepis confusa leiocarpa Maire [valid]
  • Hippocrepis confusa trachycarpa Maire [valid]
  • Hippocrepis confusa austro-oranensis Maire [valid]
  • Hippocrepis confusa banica Maire [valid]
  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa subcyclocarpa Maire & Sennen [valid]
  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa subrecta Maire [unknown]
  • Hippocrepis multisiliquosa confusa (Pau) Pau [unknown]
  • Hippocrepis biflora Sennen & Mauricio [invalid]

Description

Hippocrepis multisiliquosa (also called Many-Seeded 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 multisiliquosa 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 multisiliquosa 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 multisiliquosa 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 multisiliquosa

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

Hippocrepis multisiliquosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis multisiliquosa?

Hippocrepis multisiliquosa

What is the common name of Hippocrepis multisiliquosa?

Hippocrepis

What is the family of Hippocrepis multisiliquosa?

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