Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
205721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.14: 168 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205050

Common Names

  • Oxytropis Williamsii
  • Williamsii Oxytropis
  • Williamsii Locoweed

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Description

Oxytropis williamsii (also called Williams' Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, oval leaves. The flowers are small and yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis williamsii is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis williamsii is a small, white to pale blue pea-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis williamsii is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Oxytropis williamsii

Oxytropis williamsii can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the Chinese provinces of Gansu, Sichuan, and Yunnan.

Oxytropis williamsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis williamsii?

Oxytropis williamsii

What is the common name of Oxytropis williamsii?

Williams' Oxytropis

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis williamsii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands

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