Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxyphylla
ID:
187523

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Astragalogia: 84 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186852

Common Names

  • Oxytropis oxyphylla
  • Mountain Locoweed
  • Fringed Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis lanata psilocarpa Kitag. [unknown]
  • Oxytropis hulunbailensis H.C.Fu & S.H.Cheng [unknown]
  • Oxytropis hulunbailensis leiocarpa H.C.Fu [unknown]
  • Oxytropis andaensis P.H.Huang & L.H.Zhuo [valid]
  • Oxytropis hailarensis liocarpa (H.C.Fu) P.Y.Fu & Y.A.Chen [unknown]
  • Oxytropis hailarensis psilocarpa (Kitag.) Kitag. [valid]
  • Oxytropis bracteosa Bunge [valid]
  • Phaca oxyphylla Pall. [valid]
  • Spiesia oxyphylla (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Spiesia bracteosa (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis oxyphylla psilocarpa (Kitag.) G.Z.Qian [unknown]
  • Oxytropis oxyphylla leiocarpa (H.C.Fu) Y.Z.Zhao [unknown]
  • Oxytropis oxyphylla argentatifolia Popov [valid]
  • Oxytropis oxyphylla caulescens Regel [valid]
  • Oxytropis verticillaris Ledeb. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus oxyphyllus (Pall.) Pall. [unknown]
  • Astragalus verticillaris Georgi [illegitimate]

Description

Oxytropis oxyphylla (also called Sharp-leaved Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with 5-7 leaflets, and its flowers are yellow and pea-like.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis oxyphylla is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis oxyphylla has yellow, fluffy flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis oxyphylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oxytropis oxyphylla

Oxytropis oxyphylla can be found in the dry forests of North America.

Oxytropis oxyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis oxyphylla?

Oxytropis oxyphylla

What is the common name of Oxytropis oxyphylla?

Sharp-leaved Oxytropis

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis oxyphylla?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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.