Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hyrcanum
ID:
189796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm. & Gauba

Source:
ildis

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.39: 111 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189125



Common Names

  • Hyrcan Sainfoin
  • Hyrcan Hedysarum
  • Hedysarum hyrcanum


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Description

Hedysarum hyrcanum (also called 'Hyrcanian Hedysarum', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central Asia and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum hyrcanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedysarum hyrcanum var. hyrcanum
Hedysarum hyrcanum var. incanescens Bornm. & Gauba

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedysarum hyrcanum is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed, about 1 cm long. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum hyrcanum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hedysarum hyrcanum

Hedysarum hyrcanum is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

Hedysarum hyrcanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum hyrcanum?

Hedysarum hyrcanum

What is the common name of Hedysarum hyrcanum?

Hyrcanum hedysarum

What type of plant is Hedysarum hyrcanum?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

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

Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Erwin Gauba (1891-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gauba' in the authors string.