Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micropterum
ID:
189803

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge ex Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 523 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189132



Common Names

  • Hedysarum micropterum
  • Micropterum Hedysarum
  • Small-winged Hedysarum


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum wrightianum Aitch. & Baker [valid]
  • Hedysarum vegetius (Trautv.) B.Fedtsch. [unknown]

Description

Hedysarum micropterum (also called 'Small-winged 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 micropterum 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 micropterum 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 micropterum 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 micropterum

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

Hedysarum micropterum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum micropterum?

Hedysarum micropterum

What is the common name of Hedysarum micropterum?

Micropterum hedysarum

What type of plant is Hedysarum micropterum?

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.