Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scorpioides
ID:
191981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Req. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Pyrénées: 90 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191310



Common Names

  • Scorpion broom
  • Scorpion clover
  • Scorpion pea


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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis comosa glauca sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Hippocrepis glauca sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Hippocrepis rossetii Sennen [valid]
  • Hippocrepis comosa scorpioides (Req. ex Benth.) O.Bolòs & Vigo [valid]
  • Hippocrepis comosa scorpioides (Req. ex Benth.) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Hippocrepis comosa rossetii (Sennen) Bellot [valid]
  • Hippocrepis comosa rossetii (Sennen) Hrabetová [valid]

Description

Hippocrepis scorpioides (also called Scorpion-Like Hippocrepis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is an annual herb growing up to 40 cm tall with a few branches. Its leaves are pinnate, with up to 6 pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are yellow, and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis scorpioides is used as a source of firewood, as a shade tree, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippocrepis scorpioides has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flattened. The seedlings have two cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis scorpioides is an annual plant and can be cultivated from seeds. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist to ensure proper germination. The plants should be spaced at least 15 cm apart. Propagation can also be done by division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Hippocrepis scorpioides

Hippocrepis scorpioides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Hippocrepis scorpioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis scorpioides?

Hippocrepis scorpioides

What is the common name of Hippocrepis scorpioides?

Hippocrepis

What is the family of Hippocrepis scorpioides?

Fabaceae

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Esprit Requien (1788-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Req.' in the authors string.