Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longidens
ID:
717500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schischk.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Izv. Tomsk. Gosud. Univ.81: 484 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716833



Common Names

  • Longidens Hedysarum
  • Glandular Sweetvetch
  • Glandular Hedysarum


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Description

Hedysarum longidens (also called Long-toothed Pea, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has white or pink flowers. It grows in open, dry areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum longidens is used as a source of food, fodder, and medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum longidens has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum longidens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hedysarum longidens

Hedysarum longidens is native to Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Hedysarum longidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum longidens?

Hedysarum longidens

Where does Hedysarum longidens grow?

It grows in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

What type of soil does Hedysarum longidens prefer?

It prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

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