Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevicaulis
ID:
209288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic.3: 284 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208617

Common Names

  • Oxytropis brevicaulis
  • Brevicaulis Locoweed
  • Brevicaulis Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Spiesia brevicaulis (Ledeb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis brevicaulis (also called Short-stemmed 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 brevicaulis 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 brevicaulis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis brevicaulis 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 brevicaulis

Oxytropis brevicaulis can be found in the western United States and Canada, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana.

Oxytropis brevicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis brevicaulis?

Oxytropis brevicaulis

What is the family of Oxytropis brevicaulis?

Fabaceae

Where is Oxytropis brevicaulis 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