Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
todomoshiriensis
ID:
209550

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miyabe & T.Miyake

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Fl. Saghalin: 148 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208879

Common Names

  • Todomoshiriensis Locoweed
  • Todomoshirien Locoweed
  • Todomoshirien's Locoweed

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Description

Oxytropis todomoshiriensis (also called Todomoshiri Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes. It has a taproot and its leaves are alternate, linear to lanceolate, and have entire margins. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis todomoshiriensis is used as a fodder plant for livestock, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oxytropis todomoshiriensis 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 todomoshiriensis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Oxytropis todomoshiriensis

Oxytropis todomoshiriensis can be found in the Altai Mountains of Central Asia, including the countries of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia.

Oxytropis todomoshiriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis todomoshiriensis?

Oxytropis todomoshiriensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis todomoshiriensis?

Todomoshiri locoweed

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis todomoshiriensis?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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

References

Kingo Miyabe (1860-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miyabe' in the authors string.
Tsutomu Miyake (1880-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Miyake' in the authors string.