Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ochrocephala
ID:
186680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 57 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186009

Common Names

  • Yellow-headed Locoweed
  • Ochrocephala Oxytropis
  • Yellow-headed Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Spiesia ochrocephala (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis ochrocephala (also called Yellow-headed Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has a woody stem, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis ochrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis ochrocephala var. ochrocephala
Oxytropis ochrocephala var. latibracteata Y.H.Wu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis ochrocephala has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis ochrocephala is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and should be kept moist. They can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Oxytropis ochrocephala

Oxytropis ochrocephala is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in grasslands, steppes, and scrublands.

Oxytropis ochrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis ochrocephala?

Oxytropis ochrocephala

What type of plant is Oxytropis ochrocephala?

It is a herb

Where is Oxytropis ochrocephala native to?

It is native to Europe

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