Status:
valid
Authors:
Sumnev.
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. Kuybysheva1931(4): 2 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001060948
Common Names
- Hedysarum krylovii
- Krylovii's Hedysarum
- Krylovii Hedysarum
Description
Hedysarum krylovii (also called Krylov's Hedysarum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, including India, Burma, Thailand, and Vietnam. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum krylovii is used for medicinal purposes, as a dye, and in the production of furniture and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedysarum krylovii is a yellow, fragrant, and fluffy flower. The seed is a flat, brown, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum krylovii is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.
Where to Find Hedysarum krylovii
Hedysarum krylovii is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It can be found in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.
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