Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candidissimum
ID:
717391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freyn

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier5: 607 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716724



Common Names

  • Hedysarum Candidissimum
  • Very White Hedysarum
  • Very White Sweetvetch


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum candidum Freyn [illegitimate]

Description

Hedysarum candidissimum (also called White Sainfoin, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Fabaceae family. It has small white flowers and is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It grows in dry, sunny places such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum candidissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedysarum candidissimum is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and have a white stem with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum candidissimum is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Hedysarum candidissimum

Hedysarum candidissimum can be found in the Mediterranean region and in the Middle East.

Hedysarum candidissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum candidissimum?

Hedysarum candidissimum

What is the family of Hedysarum candidissimum?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Hedysarum candidissimum?

White Sulla

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