Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splendens
ID:
199528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. ex DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 340 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198857



Common Names

  • Hedysarum splendens
  • Splendid Hedysarum
  • Splendid Milk-Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum kamelinii N.Ulziykh. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum qinggilense Chang Y.Yang & N.Li [valid]
  • Hedysarum splendens unijugum Regel & Herder [valid]

Description

Hedysarum splendens (also called Splendid sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum splendens is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a variety of products, including paper, fabric, and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Hedysarum splendens has small yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seed of Hedysarum splendens is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hedysarum splendens are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum splendens can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hedysarum splendens

Hedysarum splendens can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Hedysarum splendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum splendens?

Hedysarum splendens

What is the common name of Hedysarum splendens?

Splendid vetch

What is the habitat of Hedysarum splendens?

Dry grasslands, scrub, 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

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.