Hippocrepis castroviejoi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castroviejoi
ID:
724336
Status:
valid
Authors:
Talavera & E.Domínguez
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid57: 461 (1999 publ. 2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723669
Common Names
- Castroviejoi Hippocrepis
- Hippocrepis Vine
- Hippocrepis Climber
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hippocrepis castroviejoi (also called Castroviejo's Hippocrepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in montane and alpine meadows. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hippocrepis castroviejoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hippocrepis castroviejoi has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on the ends of the branches. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds that are enclosed in a woody, cone-like structure. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hippocrepis castroviejoi is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a light, sandy soil. When propagating by division, divide the plant in the spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hippocrepis castroviejoi
Hippocrepis castroviejoi is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family, found in Spain.
Hippocrepis castroviejoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis castroviejoi?
Hippocrepis castroviejoi
What is the common name of Hippocrepis castroviejoi?
Hippocrepis castroviejoi
What is the natural habitat of Hippocrepis castroviejoi?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
Salvador Talavera (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Talavera' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1012770-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Hippocrepis castroviejoi Talavera & E.Domínguez: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.