Status:
valid
Authors:
Basil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R.5: 71 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208615
Common Names
- Oxytropis bracteata
- Bracteata Locoweed
- Bracteata Oxytropis
Description
Oxytropis bracteata (also called Bracted 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 yellow, pink, or white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis bracteata 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 bracteata is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis bracteata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Oxytropis bracteata
Oxytropis bracteata can be found in the western United States and Canada, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana.
Oxytropis bracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis bracteata?
Oxytropis bracteata
What is the family of Oxytropis bracteata?
Fabaceae
Where is Oxytropis bracteata found?
It is found in Central Asia, China, Mongolia, and Russia.
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