Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
daghestanicum
ID:
209727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rupr. ex Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 514 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209056



Common Names

  • Hedysarum daghestanicum
  • Daghestan Hedysarum
  • Daghestan's Hedysarum


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Description

Hedysarum daghestanicum (also called 'Daghestan Sweetvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the Middle East. It grows in dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum daghestanicum is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and antispasmodic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedysarum daghestanicum is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum daghestanicum is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry meadows and steppes. It is easily propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and sandy. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space for growth.

Where to Find Hedysarum daghestanicum

Hedysarum daghestanicum is found in the Daghestan region of Russia.

Hedysarum daghestanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum daghestanicum?

Hedysarum daghestanicum

What is the family of Hedysarum daghestanicum?

Fabaceae

Where is Hedysarum daghestanicum native to?

Central 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

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Franz Josef Ruprecht (1814-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupr.' in the authors string.