Hedysarum praticolum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
Rech.f.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189136
Common Names
- Prairie Hedysarum
- Prairie Hedy
- Prairie Locoweed
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Hedysarum praticolum (also called 'Pratik 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 praticolum 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 praticolum 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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Hedysarum praticolum 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 praticolum
Hedysarum praticolum is native to the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in China. It can be found in grasslands and shrublands at elevations of 1,000-2,500 m.
Hedysarum praticolum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum praticolum?
Hedysarum praticolum
What is the common name of Hedysarum praticolum?
Prairie sweetvetch
What is the habitat of Hedysarum praticolum?
Grasslands, prairies, and open woodlands
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-35659: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.