Status:
valid
Authors:
Korsh.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Zap. Imp. Akad. Nauk Fiz.-Mat. Otd., ser. 8, 4(4): 93 (1896 publ. 1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198792
Common Names
- Hedysarum ferganense
- Fergana Hedysarum
- Fergana Milk-Vetch
Synonyms
- Hedysarum pumilum (Ledeb.) B.Fedtsch. [illegitimate]
- Hedysarum ferganense ferganense [unknown]
- Hedysarum polymorphum pumilum Ledeb. [valid]
- Hedysarum gmelinii pumilum (Ledeb.) Schischk. [valid]
- Hedysarum schischkinii Sumnev. [valid]
- Onobrychis pumila (L.) Desv. [valid]
Description
Hedysarum ferganense (also called Fergana Sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum ferganense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat digestive problems, respiratory problems, and urinary tract infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedysarum ferganense is a small, yellow-green inflorescence, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum ferganense is a slow-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from seed sown directly in the garden or in pots. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal care and maintenance.
Where to Find Hedysarum ferganense
Hedysarum ferganense can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.
Hedysarum ferganense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum ferganense?
Hedysarum ferganense
What is the common name of Hedysarum ferganense?
Fergana sainfoin
Where is Hedysarum ferganense found?
It is found in 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