Status:
valid
Authors:
Maassoumi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.19: 25 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338428
Description
Oxytropis shahvarica (also called Shahvar Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb up to 1 m tall, native to Iran. It grows in dry montane forests, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis shahvarica is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a food flavoring and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis shahvarica has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis shahvarica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the root clump or by seed. Seeds should be sown in early spring and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Oxytropis shahvarica
Oxytropis shahvarica can be found in Iran.
Oxytropis shahvarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis shahvarica?
Oxytropis shahvarica
What is the common name of Oxytropis shahvarica?
Shahvar Locoweed
Where does Oxytropis shahvarica grow?
It is native to Iran
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