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Common Names
- Oxytropis stracheana
- Oxytropis Stracheana
- Oxytropis Stracheana
Description
Oxytropis stracheana (also called Strache's locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has a long taproot, and its stems are up to 30 cm tall. It grows in dry meadows, steppes, and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis stracheana 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 stracheana 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 stracheana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the steppes of Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. When propagating by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Oxytropis stracheana
Oxytropis stracheana can be found in the Altai Mountains of Central Asia, including the countries of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia.
Oxytropis stracheana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis stracheana?
Oxytropis stracheana
What is the common name of Oxytropis stracheana?
Stracheana
What is the habitat of Oxytropis stracheana?
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