Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myriophylla
ID:
186202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Astragalogia: 87 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185531

Common Names

  • Myriophylla Oxytropis
  • Oxytropis Myriophylla
  • Myriophylla Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus myriophyllus (Pall.) Pall. [valid]
  • Phaca myriophylla Pall. [valid]
  • Oxytropis myriophylloides Hurus. [valid]
  • Oxytropis verticillaris (L.) DC. [valid]
  • Aragallus verticillaris Greene [valid]
  • Astragalus verticillaris L. [valid]
  • Oxytropis davidii Franch. [valid]
  • Spiesia myriophylla (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis myriophylla (also called Myriophyllous Locoweed, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Bulgaria, with small, bright yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis myriophylla is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis myriophylla has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis myriophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or directly outdoors. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Oxytropis myriophylla

Oxytropis myriophylla is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in the region.

Oxytropis myriophylla FAQ

What type of soil does Oxytropis myriophylla prefer?

Oxytropis myriophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much sunlight does Oxytropis myriophylla need?

Oxytropis myriophylla needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should Oxytropis myriophylla be watered?

Oxytropis myriophylla should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.