Status:
valid
Authors:
Coss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Notes Pl. Crit.: 155 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213518
Common Names
- Rock Kidney-vetch
- Anthyllis rupestris
- Anthyllis rupestris subsp. rupestris
Description
Anthyllis rupestris (also called Rock 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 rupestris 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 rupestris 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 rupestris is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers sandy, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by root cuttings in winter.
Where to Find Anthyllis rupestris
Anthyllis rupestris can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Anthyllis rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthyllis rupestris?
Anthyllis rupestris
What is the common name of Anthyllis rupestris?
Common name of Anthyllis rupestris
What is the habitat of Anthyllis rupestris?
Anthyllis rupestris 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