Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
ildis
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans2: 587 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208853
Common Names
- Oxytropis stenophylla
- Oxytropis Stenophylla
- Oxytropis Stenophylla
Synonyms
- Spiesia stenophylla (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
- Oxytropis pumila Ledeb. [illegitimate]
Description
Oxytropis stenophylla (also called Steno-leaved Locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, specifically Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. It grows in dry, rocky soils, often in mountain meadows and steppes.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis stenophylla has been used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal purposes such as treating coughs, colds, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Oxytropis stenophylla are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis stenophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the steppes of Central Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate cold temperatures and drought. The plant can be propagated through seed or by division of the rootstock. For best results, the seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Oxytropis stenophylla
Oxytropis stenophylla can be found in the Altai Mountains of Central Asia, including the countries of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia.
Oxytropis stenophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis stenophylla?
Oxytropis stenophylla
What is the common name of Oxytropis stenophylla?
Stenophylla
What is the habitat of Oxytropis stenophylla?
Grassy meadows and rocky slopes
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