Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arbaeviae
ID:
209259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol.85(2): 112 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208588

Common Names

  • Oxytropis arbaeviae
  • Arbaeviae Locoweed
  • Arbaeviae Oxytropis

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Description

Oxytropis arbaeviae (also called Arbaeviae Locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in steppes, meadows, and other dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis arbaeviae is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis arbaeviae 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 arbaeviae 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 arbaeviae

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

Oxytropis arbaeviae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis arbaeviae?

Oxytropis arbaeviae

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis arbaeviae?

Mountainous areas

What is the flowering season of Oxytropis arbaeviae?

Late spring to early summer

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