Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
afghanica
ID:
189566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f. & Köie

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr.9(3): 177 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188895

Common Names

  • Afghan Oxytropis
  • Oxytropis afghanica
  • Afghanica Oxytropis

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Description

Oxytropis afghanica (also called Afghan Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Fabaceae. It has a stem that is usually branched, and its leaves are trifoliate. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and is found in grassy and stony places.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis afghanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make a yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis afghanica is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis afghanica can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Thin the seedlings to a spacing of 15-20 cm. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oxytropis afghanica

Oxytropis afghanica is native to Afghanistan and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Oxytropis afghanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis afghanica?

Oxytropis afghanica

What is the common name of Oxytropis afghanica?

Afghan oxytropis

What is the habitat of Oxytropis afghanica?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

Species in the Oxytropis genus

Oxytropis sordida, Oxytropis arctica, Oxytropis besseyi, Oxytropis kokrinensis, Oxytropis lagopus, Oxytropis lambertii, Oxytropis oreophila, Oxytropis parryi, Oxytropis podocarpa, Oxytropis sericea, Oxytropis splendens, Oxytropis viscida, Oxytropis mollis, Oxytropis borealis, Oxytropis maydelliana, Oxytropis nigrescens, Oxytropis bellii, Oxytropis amethystea, Oxytropis urumovii, Oxytropis sulphurea, Oxytropis strobilacea, Oxytropis varlakovii, Oxytropis myriophylla, Oxytropis glabra, Oxytropis jordalii, Oxytropis bicolor, Oxytropis ochrocephala, Oxytropis pseudoglandulosa, Oxytropis turczaninovii, Oxytropis neglecta, Oxytropis lanata, Oxytropis muricata, Oxytropis oxyphylla, Oxytropis sylvatica, Oxytropis admiranda, Oxytropis aellenii, Oxytropis afghanica, Oxytropis asterocarpa, Oxytropis astragaloides, Oxytropis aucheri, Oxytropis baburi, Oxytropis bicornis, Oxytropis binaludensis, Oxytropis boguschii, Oxytropis cabulica, Oxytropis chiliophylla, Oxytropis chionophylla, Oxytropis chitralensis, Oxytropis chrysocarpa, Oxytropis cinerea,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Mogens Køie (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Köie' in the authors string.