Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roseum
ID:
209827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sims

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag.25: t. 996 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209156



Common Names

  • Hedysarum Roseum
  • Roseum Pea
  • Roseum Hedysarum


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum polymorphum prostratum Ledeb. [unknown]

Description

Hedysarum roseum (also called Rose Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with pink flowers. It is native to Central Asia and is found in rocky and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum roseum is used as a fodder plant for livestock and as a soil amendment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hedysarum roseum 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 roseum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and will flower in the second year.

Where to Find Hedysarum roseum

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

Hedysarum roseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum roseum?

Hedysarum roseum

What is the family of Hedysarum roseum?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Hedysarum roseum?

Central Asia

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