Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arctica
ID:
168973

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Melvill.: 20 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168302

Common Names

  • Arctica Oxytropis
  • Arctic Oxytropis
  • Arctic Locust Bean

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Synonyms

  • Aragallus arcticus (R.Br.) Greene [valid]
  • Spiesia arctica (R.Br.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis uralensis arctica (R.Br.) Ledeb. [valid]
  • Oxytropis arctica arctica [unknown]

Description

Oxytropis arctica (also called Arctic Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to North America. It is found in alpine and subalpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis arctica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis arctica var. barnebyana S.L.Welsh
Oxytropis arctica sub. arctica
Oxytropis arctica var. koyukukensis (A.E.Porsild) S.L.Welsh
Oxytropis arctica sub. taimyrensis Jurtzev

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis arctica has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis arctica is a cold-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they reach a height of 10-15 cm. The plant should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Oxytropis arctica

Oxytropis arctica can be found in the Arctic and Subarctic regions of North America and Eurasia.

Oxytropis arctica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis arctica?

Oxytropis arctica

What is the common name of Oxytropis arctica?

Arctic Oxytropis

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis arctica?

Tundra and alpine regions

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