Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
209524

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

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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.

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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