Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boveanum
ID:
192075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge ex Basiner

Source:
ildis

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans6: 64 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191404



Common Names

  • Bovean hedysarum
  • Bovean sweetvetch
  • Bovean locoweed


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Description

Hedysarum boveanum (also called Bove's Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is an annual legume that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum boveanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedysarum boveanum sub. boveanum
Hedysarum boveanum sub. europaeum Guitt. & Kerguélen
Hedysarum boveanum sub. costaetalentii (López Bernal, S.Ríos, Alcaraz & D.Rivera) Valdés
Hedysarum boveanum sub. palentinum Valdés

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum boveanum has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum boveanum is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or early summer when the soil is warm and moist. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in the same spot.

Where to Find Hedysarum boveanum

Hedysarum boveanum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Hedysarum boveanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum boveanum?

Hedysarum boveanum

What is the common name of Hedysarum boveanum?

Bovean Hedysarum

What is the flowering period of Hedysarum boveanum?

April to June

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

Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Theodor Friedrich Julius Basiner (1816-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Basiner' in the authors string.