Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hedysaroides
ID:
214460

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Schinz & Thell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich58: 70 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213789



Common Names

  • Hedysarum-like Vetch
  • Hedysarum-like Hedysarum
  • Hedysarum-like Honeysuckle


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus hedysaroides L. [valid]

Description

Hedysarum hedysaroides (also called Hedysarum-like Sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial that typically grows up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall, with trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, scrub, and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum hedysaroides is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedysarum hedysaroides sub. hedysaroides
Hedysarum hedysaroides sub. arcticum (B.Fedtsch.) P.W.Ball
Hedysarum hedysaroides sub. exaltatum (A.Kern.) Zertova
Hedysarum hedysaroides sub. boutignyanum (A.Camus) Jauzein
Hedysarum hedysaroides sub. tschuktschorum Jurtzev

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum hedysaroides has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum hedysaroides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hedysarum hedysaroides

Hedysarum hedysaroides is native to Europe. It can be found in dry, sunny areas, such as meadows and grasslands.

Hedysarum hedysaroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum hedysaroides?

Hedysarum hedysaroides

What is the common name of Hedysarum hedysaroides?

Hedysarum-like Sainfoin

What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum hedysaroides?

Grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
Albert Thellung (1881-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thell.' in the authors string.