Status:
valid
Authors:
C.W.Chang
Source:
ildis
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Taxon53: 806 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199115
Common Names
- Oxytropis xinglongshanica
- Xinglongshan Oxytropis
- Xinglongshan Vetch
Description
Oxytropis xinglongshanica (also called Xinglongshan Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis xinglongshanica is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Oxytropis xinglongshanica var. obesusicorollata Y.H.Wu
Oxytropis xinglongshanica var. xinglongshanica
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis xinglongshanica has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters at the ends of stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis xinglongshanica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Oxytropis xinglongshanica
Oxytropis xinglongshanica can be found in China.
Oxytropis xinglongshanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis xinglongshanica?
Oxytropis xinglongshanica
What is the common name of Oxytropis xinglongshanica?
Xinglongshan Locoweed
What is the growth habit of Oxytropis xinglongshanica?
It is a perennial herb with a prostrate or decumbent growth habit.
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