Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
209249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 96 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208578

Common Names

  • Oxytropis albiflora
  • Albiflora Locoweed
  • Albiflora Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus albiflorus (Bunge) Tidestr. [valid]
  • Spiesia albiflora (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis albiflora (also called White-flowered locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has hairy stems and leaves, and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis albiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in landscaping. It has a long flowering period and produces attractive white and purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis albiflora is a white to pale blue color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis albiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Oxytropis albiflora

Oxytropis albiflora is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Oxytropis albiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis albiflora?

Oxytropis albiflora

What is the common name of Oxytropis albiflora?

White-flowered locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis albiflora?

Fabaceae

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