Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merkensis
ID:
199712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou39(II): 11 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199041

Common Names

  • Merkens Oxytropis
  • Merkens Locoweed
  • Oxytropis Merkensis

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Synonyms

  • Spiesia merkensis (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis merkensis albiflora P.Yan & M.M.Gao [invalid]

Description

Oxytropis merkensis (also called Merk's Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and East Asia. It grows in dry, grassy areas and can reach a height of up to 1 meter. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis merkensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, pea-like, with a banner petal and two wings. Seed: small, flat, and brown. Seedlings: have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis merkensis is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Oxytropis merkensis

Oxytropis merkensis is found in the western United States and Canada.

Oxytropis merkensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis merkensis?

Oxytropis merkensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis merkensis?

Merkens' Oxytropis

What is the family of Oxytropis merkensis?

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