Coronilla cretica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 743 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213686
Common Names
- Cretan Vetch
- Cretan Vetch
- Cretan Vetch
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- Coronilla hyrcana Prilipko [unknown]
- Securigera cretica (L.) Lassen [unknown]
- Coronilla parviflora Moench [unknown]
- Securigera hyrcana (Prilipko) Czerep. [unknown]
- Ornithopus creticus (L.) Hornem. [unknown]
- Artrolobium creticum (L.) Desv. [unknown]
- Coronilla chia Orph. ex Boiss. [unknown]
- Coronilla rostrata pauciflora (Pittman) Fertig [unknown]
- Coronilla parviflora pauciflora Pittman [unknown]
Description
Coronilla cretica (also called 'Cretan Coronilla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb with a woody base, and can reach up to 40 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Coronilla cretica is a species of flowering plant in the pea family. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for fodder and forage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coronilla cretica has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, curved pistil. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coronilla cretica is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Coronilla cretica
Coronilla cretica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
Coronilla cretica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coronilla cretica?
Coronilla cretica
What is the common name of Coronilla cretica?
Cretan Vetch
What is the family of Coronilla cretica?
Fabaceae
Species in the Coronilla genus
Coronilla juncea, Coronilla minima, Coronilla ramosissima, Coronilla repanda, Coronilla scorpioides, Coronilla valentina, Coronilla viminalis, Coronilla coronata, Coronilla vaginalis, Coronilla varia, Coronilla dura, Coronilla montserratii, Coronilla scorpioides, Coronilla talaverae, Coronilla cretica, Coronilla elegans, Coronilla globosa, Coronilla rostrata, Coronilla somalensis, Coronilla lassenii, Coronilla carinata, Coronilla orientalis, Coronilla atlantica, Coronilla libanotica, Coronilla securidaca,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Coronilla cretica L.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.