Colutea komarovii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Takht.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast.9: 22 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188876
Common Names
- Komarov's Bladder-senna
- Komarov's Bladder-senna Bush
- Komarov's Bladder-senna Shrub
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Colutea komarovii (also called Komarov's bladder-senna, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. 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 komarovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make a yellow dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Colutea komarovii 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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Colutea komarovii is a deciduous shrub native to Central Asia. 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 komarovii
Colutea komarovii is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in scrub and grassland.
Colutea komarovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colutea komarovii?
Colutea komarovii
What is the natural habitat of Colutea komarovii?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Colutea komarovii?
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
Armen Takhtajan (1910-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Takht.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Colutea komarovii Takht.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.