Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
iranensis
ID:
745015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Amirab. & Ghanavati

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.15: 46 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744348

Common Names

  • Onobrychis Iranensis
  • Iranian Onobrychis
  • Iranian Sainfoin

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Description

Onobrychis iranensis (also called Iranian Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Iran. It has pinnately compound leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Onobrychis iranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Onobrychis iranensis are small, yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onobrychis iranensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Onobrychis iranensis

Onobrychis iranensis is native to Iran.

Onobrychis iranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onobrychis iranensis?

Onobrychis iranensis

What are the common names of Onobrychis iranensis?

Iranian sainfoin, Iranian vetch

What is the natural habitat of Onobrychis iranensis?

Onobrychis iranensis is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands in the Middle East.

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

Hassan Amirabadizadeh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amirab.' in the authors string.
F. Ghanavati: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghanavati' in the authors string.