Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
unisiliquosa
ID:
206366

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 744 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205695



Common Names

  • Hippocrepis unisiliquosa
  • One-seeded Hoofwort
  • One-seeded Horse-shoe


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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis pusilla Hohen. [unknown]
  • Ferrum-equinum unisiliquosum (L.) Medik. [valid]

Description

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa (also called One-seeded Horse-shoe Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of 500 to 1,500 m. It has yellowish-green stems and leaves, and bears yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa sub. unisiliquosa
Hippocrepis unisiliquosa sub. bisiliqua (Forssk.) Bornm.
Hippocrepis unisiliquosa sub. armena Lassen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa has yellow flowers with four petals and a long, narrow seedpod. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cutting should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Hippocrepis unisiliquosa

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis unisiliquosa?

Hippocrepis unisiliquosa

What is the common name of Hippocrepis unisiliquosa?

Hippocrepis

What is the family of Hippocrepis unisiliquosa?

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