Status:
valid
Authors:
Gontsch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS13: 551 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198948
Common Names
- Oxytropis Caespitosula
- Caespitosula Oxytropis
- Caespitosula Milkvetch
Description
Oxytropis caespitosula (also called Tufted 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 caespitosula has been used to treat fever and inflammation, as well as to reduce pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Oxytropis caespitosula 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 caespitosula is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. The plant can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Oxytropis caespitosula
Oxytropis caespitosula is found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.
Oxytropis caespitosula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis caespitosula?
Oxytropis caespitosula
What is the common name of Oxytropis caespitosula?
Tufted locoweed
Where does Oxytropis caespitosula grow?
Oxytropis caespitosula 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