Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wolgarica
ID:
187551

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Pall. ex Fisch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Cat. Jard. Gorenki, ed. 2: 68 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186880



Common Names

  • Wolgarica Calophaca
  • Calophaca Wolgarica
  • Wolgarica Pea-Bush


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Synonyms

  • Adenocarpus wolgensis Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Colutea wolgarica (L.f.) Lam. [valid]
  • Cytisus an-nigricans Pall. [unknown]
  • Cytisus wolgaricus L.f. [valid]
  • Cytisus pinnatus Pall. [unknown]
  • Cajanus wolgaricus (L.f.) Spreng. ex Steud. [valid]

Description

Calophaca wolgarica (also called 'Wolgarian Calophaca', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple. It grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Calophaca wolgarica is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a source of firewood and timber for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calophaca wolgarica has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calophaca wolgarica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Calophaca wolgarica

Calophaca wolgarica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky soils in full sun. It is also found in the Middle East and parts of Asia.

Calophaca wolgarica FAQ

What are the common names of Calophaca wolgarica?

Calophaca wolgarica is commonly known as the Wolf's Milkvetch.

What is the growth habit of Calophaca wolgarica?

Calophaca wolgarica is an annual or biennial herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Calophaca wolgarica?

Calophaca wolgarica typically flowers from mid-spring to mid-summer.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.