Status:
valid
Authors:
Trautv. & C.A.Mey.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
A.T.von Middendorff, Reise Sibir.1(2; 3): 29 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186321
Common Names
- Hedysarum
- Branthii
- Branthii Hedysarum
Synonyms
- Hedysarum brandtii Trautv. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
- Hedysarum alpinum branthii (Trautv. & C.A.Mey.) B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
- Hedysarum hedysaroides branthii (Trautv. & C.A.Mey.) Vorosch. [valid]
Description
Hedysarum branthii (also called Branth's Hedysarum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow flowers with a red center.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum branthii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedysarum branthii is a small, white to pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves, and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum branthii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It is usually propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be planted in a sunny location and kept well-watered. Pruning is recommended to maintain the desired shape and size.
Where to Find Hedysarum branthii
Hedysarum branthii can be found in India, Nepal, and Myanmar.
Hedysarum branthii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum branthii?
Hedysarum branthii
What is the common name of Hedysarum branthii?
Branth's Hedysarum
Where is Hedysarum branthii native to?
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