Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
alamutensis
ID:
1327296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Amirahm., Kaz.Osaloo & Charkhch.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot.38: 659 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339750

Common Names

  • Onobrychis Alamutensis
  • Alamutensis Onobrychis
  • Alamutensis's Onobrychis

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Description

Onobrychis alamutensis (also called Alamut Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Iran. It grows in dry, rocky slopes and in other dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Onobrychis alamutensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onobrychis alamutensis is a small, yellow, pea-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onobrychis alamutensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is best to plant the seeds in early spring or late fall. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Onobrychis alamutensis

Onobrychis alamutensis can be found in Iran.

Onobrychis alamutensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onobrychis alamutensis?

Onobrychis alamutensis

What is the common name of Onobrychis alamutensis?

Alamut Sainfoin

What is the natural habitat of Onobrychis alamutensis?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

Species in the Onobrychis genus

Onobrychis iberica, Onobrychis pulchella, Onobrychis meschetica, Onobrychis biebersteinii, Onobrychis bobrovii, Onobrychis vassilczenkoi, Onobrychis angustifolia, Onobrychis kemulariae, Onobrychis sosnowskyi, Onobrychis acaulis, Onobrychis afghanica, Onobrychis altissima, Onobrychis alyassinicus, Onobrychis andalanica, Onobrychis arnacantha, Onobrychis atropatana, Onobrychis aucheri, Onobrychis buhseana, Onobrychis bungei, Onobrychis chorassanica, Onobrychis cornuta, Onobrychis dealbata, Onobrychis depauperata, Onobrychis echidna, Onobrychis elymaitica, Onobrychis eubrychidea, Onobrychis freitagii, Onobrychis gaubae, Onobrychis grandis, Onobrychis gypsicola, Onobrychis haussknechtii, Onobrychis heliocarpa, Onobrychis heterophylla, Onobrychis iranshahrii, Onobrychis kermanensis, Onobrychis kotschyana, Onobrychis laxiflora, Onobrychis longipes, Onobrychis lunata, Onobrychis luristanica, Onobrychis macrorhiza, Onobrychis major, Onobrychis mazanderanica, Onobrychis megataphros, Onobrychis melanotricha, Onobrychis mermuelleri, Onobrychis michauxii, Onobrychis microptera, Onobrychis nummularia, Onobrychis oxyptera,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Shahrokh Kazempour Osaloo (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaz.Osaloo' in the authors string.
Charkhchian: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Charkhch.' in the authors string.
Atefe Amirahmadi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amirahm.' in the authors string.