Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flavescens
ID:
199473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel & Schmalh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ.34(2): 21 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198802



Common Names

  • Hedysarum flavescens
  • Yellow Hedysarum
  • Yellow Milk-Vetch


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Description

Hedysarum flavescens (also called Yellow Sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum flavescens 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 flavescens 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum flavescens can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hedysarum flavescens

Hedysarum flavescens can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Hedysarum flavescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum flavescens?

Hedysarum flavescens

What is the common name of Hedysarum flavescens?

Yellow sainfoin

Where is Hedysarum flavescens 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

References

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.