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Common Names
- Viscid Oxytropis
- Sticky Oxytropis
- Gummy Oxytropis
Synonyms
- Oxytropis ixodes Buttler & Abbe [deprecated]
Description
Oxytropis viscida (also called Viscid Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to North America. It is found in alpine and subalpine habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis viscida is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxytropis viscida is a white or pale blue, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened pod. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis viscida is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Oxytropis viscida
Oxytropis viscida can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Oxytropis viscida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis viscida?
Oxytropis viscida
What is the common name of Oxytropis viscida?
Viscid Oxytropis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis viscida?
Tundra and alpine regions
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