Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1793
Citation Micro:
Icon.2: 40 (1793)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213516
Common Names
- Onobrychis-like Kidney-vetch
- Anthyllis onobrychioides
- Anthyllis onobrychioides subsp. onobrychioides
Description
Anthyllis onobrychioides (also called Onobrychis-like Kidney Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a branched stem and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Anthyllis onobrychioides is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthyllis onobrychioides has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a length of 1-2 cm. The seeds are round and dark brown in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape and have a hairy texture.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthyllis onobrychioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Anthyllis onobrychioides
Anthyllis onobrychioides can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Anthyllis onobrychioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthyllis onobrychioides?
Anthyllis onobrychioides
What is the common name of Anthyllis onobrychioides?
Common name of Anthyllis onobrychioides
What is the habitat of Anthyllis onobrychioides?
Anthyllis onobrychioides is found in dry meadows, 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