Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
komei
ID:
384509

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saposhn.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Izv. Tomsk. Otd. Russk. Bot. Obsc.1(1-2): 31 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383841

Common Names

  • Oxytropis komei
  • Komei Locoweed
  • Komei Oxytropis

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Description

Oxytropis komei (also called 'Komei Locoweed', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to China. It has bright green foliage and small yellow flowers. It is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis komei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis komei has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis komei is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils. It is a low maintenance plant and can be grown in containers. It is also suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Oxytropis komei

Oxytropis komei is native to tropical Africa, where it can be found in moist savannas and woodlands.

Oxytropis komei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis komei?

Oxytropis komei

What is the common name of Oxytropis komei?

Kome's Milkvetch

What type of plant is Oxytropis komei?

Oxytropis komei is an annual herb.

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