Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Gay ex Ten.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Syll. Pl. Fl. Neapol.: 368 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186584
Common Names
- Nodding Locoweed
- Nodding Oxytropis
- Neglecta Locoweed
Synonyms
- Oxytropis pyrenaica Gren. & Godr. [valid]
- Oxytropis montana retezatensis Pawl. [unknown]
- Oxytropis carniolica Vierh. [unknown]
- Astragalus pyrenaicus (Gren. & Godr.) Rouy [valid]
- Oxytropis montana samnitica (Arcang.) Hayek [valid]
- Oxytropis huteri Rchb.f. ex Huter [valid]
- Oxytropis samnitica (Arcang.) Vierh. [unknown]
- Oxytropis montana pyrenaica (Godr. & Gren.) O.Bolos & Vigo [unknown]
- Spiesia pyrenaica (Gren. & Godr.) Kuntze [valid]
- Oxytropis neglecta pyrenaica (Gren. & Godr.) O.Bolòs, Vigo, Masalles & Ninot [valid]
- Astragalus parvopassuae longidentatus Rouy [valid]
- Oxytropis gaudinii pyrenaica (Gren. & Godr.) Bonnier & Layens [valid]
- Oxytropis gaudinii samnitica Arcang. [valid]
- Oxytropis pyrenaica generosa (Brügger) Nyman [valid]
- Oxytropis montana Benth. [illegitimate]
Description
Oxytropis neglecta (also called Neglected oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are trifoliate. It is found in grassland and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis neglecta is a shrub native to the Mediterranean. It is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis neglecta has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis neglecta is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location until they are established. Once established, the shrub is fairly drought-tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Oxytropis neglecta
Oxytropis neglecta can be found in the dry forests of North America.
Oxytropis neglecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis neglecta?
Oxytropis neglecta
What is the common name of Oxytropis neglecta?
Oxytropis neglecta
Where is Oxytropis neglecta found?
Oxytropis neglecta is found in Europe and North Africa
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