Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boreale
ID:
185283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Gen. N. Amer. Pl.2: 110 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184612



Common Names

  • Hedysarum Boreale
  • Northern Sweetvetch
  • Northern Sweetclover


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum pabulare rivulare Ll.Williams [deprecated]
  • Hedysarum boreale typicum Rollins [invalid]
  • Hedysarum canescens Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Hedysarum mackenzii pabulare (A.Nelson) Kearney & Peebles [unknown]
  • Hedysarum mackenzii fraseri B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Hedysarum mackenzii canescens (Torr. & A.Gray) B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum boreale boreale [unknown]

Description

Hedysarum boreale (also called 'Northern Hedysarum', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers dry and wet forests, as well as open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum boreale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedysarum boreale sub. boreale
Hedysarum boreale sub. mackenziei (Richardson) S.L.Welsh
Hedysarum boreale for. niveum (B.Boivin) B.Boivin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum boreale has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum boreale is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Hedysarum boreale

Hedysarum boreale can be found in North America, including Canada and the United States.

Hedysarum boreale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum boreale?

Hedysarum boreale

What is the common name of Hedysarum boreale?

Northern sweetvetch

What is the habitat of Hedysarum boreale?

Hedysarum boreale is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and prairies

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