Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropatanum
ID:
189783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge ex Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 522 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189112



Common Names

  • Hedysarum atropatanum
  • Atropatene Hedysarum
  • Hedysarum


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum atropatanum glabrum Nafisi [unknown]

Description

Hedysarum atropatanum (also called 'Atropatene Hedysarum', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum atropatanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum atropatanum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum atropatanum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3 to 4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Hedysarum atropatanum

Hedysarum atropatanum is found in Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkey.

Hedysarum atropatanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum atropatanum?

Hedysarum atropatanum

What is the common name of Hedysarum atropatanum?

Atropatanum hedysarum

What type of plant is Hedysarum atropatanum?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.