Status:
valid
Authors:
Ali
Source:
ildis
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn)8: 58 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205017
Common Names
- Duthieana Locoweed
- Duthieana Oxytropis
- Locoweed
Description
Oxytropis duthieana (also called Duthie's Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in rocky, dry and sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis duthieana is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis duthieana has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis duthieana is a perennial that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Oxytropis duthieana
Oxytropis duthieana can be found in the temperate regions of Asia, including China, Mongolia, and Russia.
Oxytropis duthieana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis duthieana?
Oxytropis duthieana
What is the common name of Oxytropis duthieana?
Duthie's Oxytropis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis duthieana?
Grassy and rocky slopes
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