Leptoderris trifoliolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifoliolata
ID:
199905
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hepper
Source:
ildis
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.11: 133 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199234
Common Names
- Leptoderris trifoliolata
- Oxytropis
- Pycnantha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptoderris trifoliolata (also called three-leaved fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and its flowers are yellow or white. It is native to the Caucasus, Central Asia and the Middle East, and it typically grows in dry grasslands, steppes and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoderris trifoliolata is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat stomach ailments, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leptoderris trifoliolata is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoderris trifoliolata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 45-60 cm apart.
Where to Find Leptoderris trifoliolata
Leptoderris trifoliolata can be found in dry grasslands and meadows in Europe and North Africa.
Leptoderris trifoliolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoderris trifoliolata?
Leptoderris trifoliolata
What is the common name of Leptoderris trifoliolata?
Three-leaved vetch
What is the habitat of Leptoderris trifoliolata?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Leptoderris genus
Leptoderris aurantiaca, Leptoderris brachyptera, Leptoderris congolensis, Leptoderris coriacea, Leptoderris cyclocarpa, Leptoderris fasciculata, Leptoderris glabrata, Leptoderris harmsiana, Leptoderris hypargyrea, Leptoderris ledermannii, Leptoderris macrothyrsa, Leptoderris micrantha, Leptoderris miegei, Leptoderris nobilis, Leptoderris oxytropis, Leptoderris reygaerti, Leptoderris tomentella, Leptoderris trifoliolata, Leptoderris sassandrensis, Leptoderris burundiensis, Leptoderris gabonica, Leptoderris robusta,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Leptoderris trifoliolata Hepper: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.