Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calva
ID:
209296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malyschev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.1965: 294 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208625

Common Names

  • Oxytropis calva
  • Calva Locoweed
  • Calva Oxytropis

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Description

Oxytropis calva (also called Bald 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 calva 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 calva 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 calva can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Oxytropis calva

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

Oxytropis calva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis calva?

Oxytropis calva

What is the family of Oxytropis calva?

Fabaceae

Where is Oxytropis calva 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