Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macranthum
ID:
209782

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Freyn & Sint.) B.Fedtsch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS13: 317 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209111



Common Names

  • Hedysarum Macranthum
  • Macranthum Hedysarum
  • Large-Flowered Sweetvetch


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum micropterum macranthum Freyn & Sint. [valid]

Description

Hedysarum macranthum (also called 'Large-flowered sweetvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.3–0.5 m. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, and grows in meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum macranthum is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving plant. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hedysarum macranthum are yellow with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum macranthum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hedysarum macranthum

Hedysarum macranthum is native to Central Asia and can be found in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.

Hedysarum macranthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum macranthum?

Hedysarum macranthum

What is the common name of Hedysarum macranthum?

Large-flowered Honeysuckle

What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum macranthum?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes

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

Josef Franz Freyn (1845-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freyn' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.