Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreophila
ID:
168994

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts20: 3 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168323

Common Names

  • Oreophila Oxytropis
  • Oreophila Locoweed
  • Oreophila Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus munzii L.C.Wheeler [valid]
  • Astragalus oreophilus (A.Gray) Tidestr. [illegitimate]
  • Spiesia oreophila (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aragallus oreophilus (A.Gray) A.Nelson [valid]

Description

Oxytropis oreophila (also called Mountain Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to North America. It is found in alpine and subalpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis oreophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis oreophila var. jonesii (Barneby) Barneby
Oxytropis oreophila var. oreophila
Oxytropis oreophila var. juniperina S.L.Welsh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis oreophila has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis oreophila is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Oxytropis oreophila

Oxytropis oreophila is native to western North America and can be found in dry, open sites such as grasslands and sagebrush steppes.

Oxytropis oreophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis oreophila?

Oxytropis oreophila

What is the common name of Oxytropis oreophila?

Mountain Oxytropis

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis oreophila?

Tundra and alpine regions

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