Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 719 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212111
Common Names
- Anthyllis
- Montana Anthyllis
- Montana Bush
Synonyms
- Vulneraria montana (L.) Scop. [valid]
- Pogonitis montana (L.) Fourr. [valid]
- Barba-jovis montana (L.) Moench [valid]
- Anthyllis montana atropurpurea Vuk. [unknown]
- Anthyllis montana genuina Rouy [invalid]
- Anthyllis montana intermedia Rouy [unknown]
- Anthyllis montana hispanica (Degen & Hervier) É.Rev. [unknown]
Description
Anthyllis montana (also called mountain anthyllis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands. It has a rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anthyllis montana is used in furniture making, flooring, and boat building. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anthyllis montana sub. montana
Anthyllis montana sub. jacquinii (A.Kern.) Hayek
Anthyllis montana sub. jacquinii (Rchb.f.) Rohlena
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthyllis montana is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthyllis montana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Anthyllis montana
Anthyllis montana can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Anthyllis montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthyllis montana?
Anthyllis montana
What is the common name of Anthyllis montana?
Mountain Kidney Vetch
What is the natural habitat of Anthyllis montana?
Grasslands and rocky slopes
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