Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
volkii
ID:
189814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr.9(3): 191 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189143



Common Names

  • Volki's Hedysarum
  • Volki's Hedy
  • Volki's Locoweed


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Description

Hedysarum volkii (also called 'Volki's Honeysuckle', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum volkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedysarum volkii 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 volkii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or division of established plants.

Where to Find Hedysarum volkii

Hedysarum volkii 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 volkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum volkii?

Hedysarum volkii

What is the common name of Hedysarum volkii?

Volk's sweetvetch

What is the habitat of Hedysarum volkii?

Grasslands 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