Anthyllis alpestris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
(Schult.) Kit.
Source:
tro
Year:
Citation Micro:
Oestr. Fl. ed. II. ii. 317.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001033819
Common Names
- Anthyllis alpestris
- Alpine Anthyllis
- Alpine Kidney Vetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthyllis alpestris (also called 'Alpine anthyllis' and 'Alpine anthyllis', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall with yellow flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthyllis alpestris is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthyllis alpestris has yellow flowers and its seeds are brown and flat. The seedlings have compound leaves with two to three pairs of leaflets.
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Anthyllis alpestris is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in well-drained soil. The seedlings and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Anthyllis alpestris
Anthyllis alpestris is found in the alpine regions of Europe, including the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians.
Species in the Anthyllis genus
Anthyllis subsimplex, Anthyllis lemanniana, Anthyllis lagascana, Anthyllis warnieri, Anthyllis hystrix, Anthyllis baltica, Anthyllis polyphylloides, Anthyllis barba-jovis, Anthyllis cytisoides, Anthyllis montana, Anthyllis polycephala, Anthyllis tejedensis, Anthyllis vulneraria, Anthyllis cornicina, Anthyllis lotoides, Anthyllis aurea, Anthyllis hamosa, Anthyllis hermanniae, Anthyllis onobrychioides, Anthyllis ramburei, Anthyllis rupestris, Anthyllis circinnata, Anthyllis splendens, Anthyllis alpestris, Anthyllis hispidissima, Anthyllis pallidiflora, Anthyllis hystrix, Anthyllis currasii, Anthyllis gamisansii, Anthyllis terniflora, Anthyllis apennina,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100289701: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.