Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pall.) Pers.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1807
Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 333 (1807)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198928
Common Names
- Oxytropis ampullata
- Flask-shaped Oxytropis
- Flask-shaped Pea
Synonyms
- Astragalus ampullatus Pall. [valid]
- Oxytropis physodes DC. [valid]
- Spiesia ampullata (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]
- Oxytropis physodes villosa DC. [unknown]
Description
Oxytropis ampullata (also called Ampoule Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a woody stem and is typically found in dry grasslands and steppes. It is a low-growing plant with a height of up to 20 cm and has yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis ampullata has been used to treat fever and inflammation, as well as to reduce pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Oxytropis ampullata is a bright yellow, pea-like flower with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis ampullata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Oxytropis ampullata
Astragalus altaicus can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including the Altai, Tien Shan, and Pamir-Alai mountain ranges.
Oxytropis ampullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis ampullata?
Oxytropis ampullata
What is the common name of Oxytropis ampullata?
Ampullate locoweed
Where does Oxytropis ampullata grow?
Oxytropis ampullata is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.
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