Status:
valid
Authors:
Freyn
Source:
ildis
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 5: 1021 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188932
Common Names
- Hairy Oxytropis
- Hirsutiuscula Oxytropis
- Oxytropis Hirsutiuscula
Synonyms
- Oxytropis caraganetorum Vassilcz. [valid]
Description
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula (also called Hairy Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a short stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula is a perennial herb that is native to Iran. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Oxytropis hirsutiuscula
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula can be found in parts of Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis hirsutiuscula?
Oxytropis hirsutiuscula
What is the common name of Oxytropis hirsutiuscula?
Hirsutiuscula Locoweed
What is the family of Oxytropis hirsutiuscula?
Fabaceae
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