Status:
valid
Authors:
Polozhij
Source:
ildis
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. Kuybysheva79-80: 1 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208633
Common Names
- Oxytropis chakassiensis
- Chakassiensis Locoweed
- Chakassiensis Oxytropis
Description
Oxytropis chakassiensis (also called Chakass 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 chakassiensis has been used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxytropis chakassiensis 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 chakassiensis 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 chakassiensis
Oxytropis chakassiensis can be found in the western United States and Canada, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana.
Oxytropis chakassiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis chakassiensis?
Oxytropis chakassiensis
What is the family of Oxytropis chakassiensis?
Fabaceae
Where is Oxytropis chakassiensis 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