Status:
valid
Authors:
Boriss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.10: 82 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189127
Common Names
- Hedysarum kopetdaghi
- Kopetdaghi Hedysarum
- Kopetdaghi Honey-Suckle
Synonyms
- Hedysarum bojnordense Ranjbar & Joharchi [unknown]
Description
Hedysarum kopetdaghi (also called 'Kopetdag 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 kopetdaghi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedysarum kopetdaghi 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum kopetdaghi 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 kopetdaghi
Hedysarum kopetdaghi is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
Hedysarum kopetdaghi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum kopetdaghi?
Hedysarum kopetdaghi
What is the common name of Hedysarum kopetdaghi?
Kopetdaghi hedysarum
What type of plant is Hedysarum kopetdaghi?
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