Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maitlandianum
ID:
189801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aitch. & Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot.3: 57 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189130



Common Names

  • Hedysarum maitlandianum
  • Maitland's Hedysarum
  • Maitlandianum Hedysarum


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Description

Hedysarum maitlandianum (also called 'Maitland's 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 maitlandianum 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 maitlandianum 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 maitlandianum 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 maitlandianum

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

Hedysarum maitlandianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum maitlandianum?

Hedysarum maitlandianum

What is the common name of Hedysarum maitlandianum?

Maitlandianum hedysarum

What type of plant is Hedysarum maitlandianum?

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
James Edward Tierney Aitchison (1836-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aitch.' in the authors string.