Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ponomarjevii
ID:
389953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Knjaz.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad)86(1): 130 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389285

Common Names

  • Oxytropis ponomarjevii
  • Ponomarjev's Locoweed
  • Ponomarjev's Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis ponomarjevii grandiflora Knjaz. [unknown]

Description

Oxytropis ponomarjevii (also called Ponomarjev Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has a short, woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas, as well as in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis ponomarjevii is used as a food source for livestock, as a forage crop, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Oxytropis ponomarjevii has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers. Seeds: The seeds of Oxytropis ponomarjevii are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Oxytropis ponomarjevii seedlings have thin, green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis ponomarjevii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Oxytropis ponomarjevii

Oxytropis ponomarjevii is native to the mountains of Central Asia.

Oxytropis ponomarjevii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis ponomarjevii?

Oxytropis ponomarjevii

What are the common names of Oxytropis ponomarjevii?

Ponomarjevii Locoweed, White Locoweed

What is the native range of Oxytropis ponomarjevii?

North America

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