Status:
valid
Authors:
O.D.Agajeva
Source:
ildis
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Uchen. Zap. Azerb. Gosud. Univ.4: 54 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209300
Common Names
- Onobrychis schuschajensis
- Schuscha Sainfoin
- Schuscha Onobrychis
Description
Onobrychis schuschajensis (also called Schuscha sainfoin, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in dry meadows, grassy slopes, and rocky areas. It grows to a height of 20-50 cm, and has yellow flowers and oval-shaped, grey-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis schuschajensis is used as a fodder crop and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis schuschajensis has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small and have a single seed in each pod. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis schuschajensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Onobrychis schuschajensis
Onobrychis schuschajensis is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of Central Asia and the Middle East.
Onobrychis schuschajensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis schuschajensis?
Onobrychis schuschajensis
What is the family of Onobrychis schuschajensis?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Onobrychis schuschajensis?
Schuscha vetch
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
O.D. Agajeva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.D.Agajeva' in the authors string.