Status:
valid
Authors:
Coss. & Durieu
Source:
ildis
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France3: 675 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204746
Common Names
- Hedysarum naudinianum
- Naudin's Honeysuckle
- Naudinianum Honeysuckle
Synonyms
- Hedysarum papale Pomel [valid]
Description
Hedysarum naudinianum (also called 'Naudinianum', 'Naudinianum Hedysarum', 'Hedysarum', and 'Hedysarum Naudinianum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands, and can reach heights of up to 1.5 m.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum naudinianum is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hedysarum naudinianum has small yellow flowers with a purple centre, and produces small, flat, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have two leaves with a small stipule at the base.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum naudinianum is a perennial herb native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.
Where to Find Hedysarum naudinianum
Hedysarum naudinianum can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands in the Mediterranean region.
Hedysarum naudinianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum naudinianum?
Hedysarum naudinianum
What is the common name of Hedysarum naudinianum?
Naudin's vetch
What is the habitat of Hedysarum naudinianum?
It is found in open, sunny areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
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