Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.Porsild
Source:
ildis
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Rhodora41: 251 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168313
Common Names
- Kokrinensis Oxytropis
- Kokrinensis Locoweed
- Kokrinensis Oxytropis
Description
Oxytropis kokrinensis (also called Kokrino Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis kokrinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis kokrinensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis kokrinensis is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Oxytropis kokrinensis
Oxytropis kokrinensis is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in meadows, rocky slopes, and dry grasslands.
Oxytropis kokrinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis kokrinensis?
Oxytropis kokrinensis
What is the common name of Oxytropis kokrinensis?
Kokrin's Oxytropis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis kokrinensis?
Tundra and alpine regions
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