Status:
valid
Authors:
Pojark.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS11: 399 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208437
Common Names
- Alai Caragana
- Alai Peashrub
- Alai Siberian Pea Tree
Description
Caragana alaica (also called Alaik Caragana, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central Asia. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas. It has a short stem and its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are legumes.
Uses & Benefits
Caragana alaica is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fatigue, fever, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caragana alaica has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caragana alaica is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in the spring. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Caragana alaica
Caragana alaica is found in Central Asia.
Caragana alaica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caragana alaica?
Caragana alaica
What is the common name of Caragana alaica?
Alaica Pea-shrub
What is the growth habit of Caragana alaica?
Caragana alaica is an evergreen shrub with an upright growth habit.
Species in the Caragana genus
Caragana ussuriensis,
Caragana tragacanthoides,
Caragana stenophylla,
Caragana spinosa,
Caragana pygmaea,
Caragana pumila,
Caragana kirghisorum,
Caragana laeta,
Caragana decorticans,
Caragana sinica,
Caragana brevispina,
Caragana ambigua,
Caragana tibetica,
Caragana pekinensis,
Caragana densa,
Caragana franchetiana,
Caragana tangutica,
Caragana erinacea,
Caragana pleiophylla,
Caragana turkestanica,
Caragana acanthophylla,
Caragana conferta,
Caragana gerardiana,
Caragana prestoniae,
Caragana scythica,
Caragana afghanica,
Caragana aurantiaca,
Caragana gerrardiana,
Caragana jubata,
Caragana maimanensis,
Caragana microphylla,
Caragana ulicina,
Caragana dasyphylla,
Caragana spinifera,
Caragana pruinosa,
Caragana bicolor,
Caragana alpina,
Caragana kozlowi,
Caragana cuneato-alata,
Caragana leucospina,
Caragana przewalskii,
Caragana bongardiana,
Caragana roborovskyi,
Caragana changduensis,
Caragana soongorica,
Caragana stipitata,
Caragana zahlbruckneri,
Caragana manshurica,
Caragana purdomii,
Caragana litwinowii,
Species in the Fabaceae family