Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bornmulleri
ID:
189671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189000



Common Names

  • Bornmuller's Bird's-Foot-Trefoil
  • Hippocrepis bornmulleri
  • Bornmuller's Bird's-Foot-Trefoil


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Description

Hippocrepis bornmulleri (also called Bornmuller's Hippocrepis, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis bornmulleri is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as a forage plant for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippocrepis bornmulleri is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis bornmulleri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hippocrepis bornmulleri

Hippocrepis bornmulleri can be found in the Middle East, particularly in Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.

Hippocrepis bornmulleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis bornmulleri?

Hippocrepis bornmulleri

What is the family of Hippocrepis bornmulleri?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Hippocrepis bornmulleri?

Bornmüller's Horse-shoe Vetch

Species in the Hippocrepis genus

Hippocrepis balearica, Hippocrepis glauca, Hippocrepis scabra, Hippocrepis valentina, Hippocrepis areolata, Hippocrepis bornmulleri, Hippocrepis carpetana, Hippocrepis fruticescens, Hippocrepis rupestris, Hippocrepis scorpioides, Hippocrepis atlantica, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis ciliata, Hippocrepis constricta, Hippocrepis cyclocarpa, Hippocrepis emerus, Hippocrepis liouvillei, Hippocrepis minor, Hippocrepis monticola, Hippocrepis multisiliquosa, Hippocrepis neglecta, Hippocrepis salzmannii, Hippocrepis maura, Hippocrepis unisiliquosa, Hippocrepis biflora, Hippocrepis comosa, Hippocrepis squamata, Hippocrepis castroviejoi, Hippocrepis grosii, Hippocrepis nevadensis, Hippocrepis prostrata, Hippocrepis tavera-mendozae, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis conradiae, Hippocrepis eriocarpa,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-35525: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.