Status:
valid
Authors:
L.R.Dangwal & R.D.Gaur
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot.24: 358 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383847
Common Names
- Oxytropis rautii
- Rautii Locoweed
- Rautii Oxytropis
Description
Oxytropis rautii (also called 'Raut Locoweed', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to China. It has bright green foliage and small yellow flowers. It is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis rautii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis rautii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis rautii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils. It is a low maintenance plant and can be grown in containers. It is also suitable for rock gardens.
Where to Find Oxytropis rautii
Oxytropis rautii is native to tropical Africa, where it can be found in moist savannas and woodlands.
Oxytropis rautii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis rautii?
Oxytropis rautii
What is the common name of Oxytropis rautii?
Raut's Milkvetch
What type of plant is Oxytropis rautii?
Oxytropis rautii is an annual herb.
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
L.R. Dangwal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Dangwal' in the authors string.
R.D. Gaur (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Gaur' in the authors string.