Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luteola
ID:
384913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Ohashi & T.Nemoto) H.Ohashi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Sci. Rep. Tohoku Imp. Univ., Ser. 4, Biol.40: 244 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384245



Common Names

  • Yellow Ohwia
  • Yellow Onobrychis
  • Yellow Spur Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Desmodium sinoluteolum H.Ohashi & T.Nemoto [valid]
  • Desmodium luteolum H.Ohashi & T.Nemoto [illegitimate]

Description

Ohwia luteola (also called Yellow Ohwia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Ohwia luteola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ohwia luteola has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ohwia luteola is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division of the root crowns in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ohwia luteola

Ohwia luteola can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Louisiana.

Ohwia luteola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ohwia luteola?

Ohwia luteola

What is the common name of Ohwia luteola?

Yellow Reed

What is the natural habitat of Ohwia luteola?

It is found in wetland areas, along streams, and in wet meadows

Species in the Ohwia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family