Onobrychis bicornis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicornis
ID:
189756
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vassilcz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189085
Common Names
- Bicornis Sainfoin
- Bicornis Onobrychis
- Bicornis Onobrychis Sainfoin
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Onobrychis bicornis (also called Two-horned Sainfoin, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to Australia, particularly in the south-eastern parts of New South Wales and Victoria. It is commonly found in moist soils and is well adapted to humid climates.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis bicornis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis bicornis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis bicornis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3 to 4 years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Onobrychis bicornis
Onobrychis bicornis is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
Onobrychis bicornis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis bicornis?
Onobrychis bicornis
What type of plant is Onobrychis bicornis?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Onobrychis bicornis found?
It is found in the Middle East and Central Asia.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-35609: Based on the initial data import
Iván Vasilchenko (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vassilcz.' in the authors string.