Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hedysaroides
ID:
183534

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 259 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182863

Common Names

  • Hedysaroid Ophrestia
  • Hedysaroid False Lupine
  • Hedysaroid Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Glycine hedysaroides Willd. [valid]
  • Paraglycine hedysaroides (Willd.) F.J.Herm. [valid]
  • Glycine pentandra Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Teramnus hedysaroides (Willd.) Spreng. [valid]
  • Johnia willdenowia Hook.f. [valid]

Description

Ophrestia hedysaroides (also called Hedysaroid Ophrestia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has a sprawling habit and produces yellow flowers. It is found in moist grasslands, wet meadows, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrestia hedysaroides is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophrestia hedysaroides has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophrestia hedysaroides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Ophrestia hedysaroides

Ophrestia hedysaroides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of the Middle East and North Africa.

Ophrestia hedysaroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrestia hedysaroides?

Ophrestia hedysaroides

What type of plant is Ophrestia hedysaroides?

A shrub

What are the common uses of Ophrestia hedysaroides?

Ornamental and forage purposes

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.