Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sojakii
ID:
189648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica157: 119 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188977

Common Names

  • Sojakii Oxytropis
  • Oxytropis Sojakii
  • Sojakii Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis lalehzarensis Vassilcz. [invalid]

Description

Oxytropis sojakii (also called Sojak Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis sojakii is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as a forage plant for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis sojakii is a yellow-white color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped legume. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis sojakii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Oxytropis sojakii

Oxytropis sojakii is native to Iran and can be found in dry, mountainous areas of the country.

Oxytropis sojakii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis sojakii?

Oxytropis sojakii

What is the common name of Oxytropis sojakii?

Sojak's locoweed

What type of plant is Oxytropis sojakii?

Herbaceous perennial

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