Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armenum
ID:
209698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Tchich.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209027



Common Names

  • Hedysarum armenum
  • Armenian Hedysarum
  • Armenian's Hedysarum


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum obscurum armenum Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Hedysarum armenum (also called Armenian Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It grows in grasslands and meadows, and is characterized by its hairy stem, pinnate leaves, and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum armenum is a flowering shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a windbreak, as well as for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedysarum armenum is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum armenum can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the root system should be done in the spring or fall. The root system should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hedysarum armenum

Hedysarum armenum is found in Armenia.

Hedysarum armenum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum armenum?

Hedysarum armenum

What is the family of Hedysarum armenum?

Fabaceae

Where is Hedysarum armenum native to?

Central Asia

Species in the Hedysarum genus

Hedysarum boreale, Hedysarum occidentale, Hedysarum sulphurescens, Hedysarum neglectum, Hedysarum sachalinense, Hedysarum denticulatum, Hedysarum caucasicum, Hedysarum polybotrys, Hedysarum branthii, Hedysarum astragaloides, Hedysarum atropatanum, Hedysarum bellevii, Hedysarum brahuicum, Hedysarum bucharicum, Hedysarum callithrix, Hedysarum criniferum, Hedysarum damghanicum, Hedysarum elymaiticum, Hedysarum falconeri, Hedysarum halophilum, Hedysarum hyrcanum, Hedysarum ibericum, Hedysarum kopetdaghi, Hedysarum kotschyi, Hedysarum lehmannianum, Hedysarum maitlandianum, Hedysarum mahrense, Hedysarum micropterum, Hedysarum minjanense, Hedysarum papillosum, Hedysarum plumosum, Hedysarum praticolum, Hedysarum renzii, Hedysarum sauzakense, Hedysarum sericatum, Hedysarum singarense, Hedysarum volkii, Hedysarum wakhanicum, Hedysarum cappadocicum, Hedysarum boveanum, Hedysarum argyrophyllum, Hedysarum algidum, Hedysarum brachypterum, Hedysarum campylocarpon, Hedysarum citrinum, Hedysarum dahuricum, Hedysarum dentatoalatum, Hedysarum ferganense, Hedysarum poncinsii, Hedysarum fistulosum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-55062: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Pyotr Chikhachyov (1808-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tchich.' in the authors string.