Colutea abyssinica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth & C.D.Bouché
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 7: 188 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212587
Common Names
- Colutea abyssinica
- Abyssinica Colutea
- Colutea
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- Colutea abyssinica macrophya (Chiov.) Browicz [valid]
- Colutea halepica sericea A.Rich. [valid]
- Colutea istria macrophya Chiov. [valid]
- Colutea istria sericea (A.Rich.) Cufod. [valid]
Description
Colutea abyssinica (also called C. abyssinica, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has grey-green leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Colutea abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Colutea abyssinica is yellow, with a long, cylindrical corolla, and the seed is a small, oblong, flattened pod. The seedlings are small, with a single, rounded cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Colutea abyssinica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Colutea abyssinica
Colutea abyssinica can be found in Ethiopia and Somalia.
Colutea abyssinica FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Colutea abyssinica?
Colutea abyssinica prefers a soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
What is the optimal temperature for Colutea abyssinica?
Colutea abyssinica prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the optimal light exposure for Colutea abyssinica?
Colutea abyssinica prefers full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Colutea genus
Colutea cilicica, Colutea persica, Colutea afghanica, Colutea gifana, Colutea gracilis, Colutea paulsenii, Colutea porphyrogramma, Colutea uniflora, Colutea nepalensis, Colutea komarovii, Colutea triphylla, Colutea brevialata, Colutea delavayi, Colutea armata, Colutea multiflora, Colutea acutifolia, Colutea armena, Colutea atabaevii, Colutea brachyptera, Colutea buhsei, Colutea jarmolenkoi, Colutea abyssinica, Colutea atlantica, Colutea arborescens, Colutea orientalis, Colutea insularis, Colutea jamnolenkoi, Colutea variabilis, Colutea atabajevi, Colutea istria, Colutea melanocalyx,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Carl David Bouché (1809-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bouché' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Colutea abyssinica Kunth & C.D.Bouché: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.