Colutea gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Freyn & Sint.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 4: 46 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188868
Common Names
- Graceful Bladder-Senna
- Graceful Colutea
- Colutea Gracilis
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- Colutea persica gracilis (Freyn) Parsa [unknown]
Description
Colutea gracilis (also called Slender bladder-senna, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Colutea gracilis is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Colutea gracilis is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Colutea gracilis is a deciduous shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant yellow flowers. The plant can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil.
Where to Find Colutea gracilis
Colutea gracilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also cultivated in gardens and parks.
Colutea gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colutea gracilis?
Colutea gracilis
What is the natural habitat of Colutea gracilis?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Colutea gracilis?
Late spring to early summer
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
Josef Franz Freyn (1845-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freyn' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Colutea gracilis Freyn & Sint.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.