Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
ildis
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
F.von der Osten-Saken, Sert. Tiansch.: 43 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189193
Common Names
- Tianschan Oxytropis
- Oxytropis tianschanica
- Tianschan Locoweed
Synonyms
- Oxytropis pulvinata Saposhn. [valid]
- Oxytropis alajica Drobow [valid]
- Spiesia tianschanica (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Oxytropis tianschanica (also called Tianshan Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has trifoliate leaves and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in temperate regions and grows in moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis tianschanica is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder crop and forage for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis tianschanica has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis tianschanica is a fast-growing perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring or take cuttings in late summer. Water regularly and fertilize as needed.
Where to Find Oxytropis tianschanica
Oxytropis tianschanica is found in Central Asia.
Oxytropis tianschanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis tianschanica?
Oxytropis tianschanica
What is the family of Oxytropis tianschanica?
Fabaceae
Where is Oxytropis tianschanica native to?
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
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