Coronilla vaginalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Encycl.2: 121 (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213690
Common Names
- Vaginal Vetch
- Vaginal Vetch
- Vaginal Vetch
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- Coronilla vaginalis hercegovinica Freyn [valid]
- Coronilla aurantiaca (Rohlena) A.W.Hill [valid]
- Coronilla vaginalis aurantiaca [unknown]
Description
Coronilla vaginalis (also called 'Vaginal 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 vaginalis 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 vaginalis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coronilla vaginalis 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 vaginalis
Coronilla vaginalis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Coronilla vaginalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coronilla vaginalis?
Coronilla vaginalis
What is the common name of Coronilla vaginalis?
Vaginal Coronilla
What is the family of Coronilla vaginalis?
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
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Coronilla vaginalis Lam.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.