Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 107 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209206
Common Names
- Onobrychis Argyrea
- Argyrea Pea
- Argyrea Onobrychis
Description
Onobrychis argyrea (also called Silver Onobrychis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It grows in grasslands and meadows, and is characterized by its hairy stem, pinnate leaves, and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis argyrea is used as a fodder plant for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Onobrychis argyrea var. argyrea
Onobrychis argyrea var. isaurica Hedge & Hub.-Mor.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis argyrea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis argyrea is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in sandy or rocky soils.
Where to Find Onobrychis argyrea
Onobrychis argyrea is native to Kazakhstan and can be found in the Almaty region.
Onobrychis argyrea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis argyrea?
Onobrychis argyrea
What is the common name of Onobrychis argyrea?
Silver Sainfoin
What is the natural habitat of Onobrychis argyrea?
Grassy slopes, meadows, and steppes
Species in the Onobrychis genus
Onobrychis iberica,
Onobrychis pulchella,
Onobrychis meschetica,
Onobrychis biebersteinii,
Onobrychis bobrovii,
Onobrychis vassilczenkoi,
Onobrychis angustifolia,
Onobrychis kemulariae,
Onobrychis sosnowskyi,
Onobrychis acaulis,
Onobrychis afghanica,
Onobrychis altissima,
Onobrychis alyassinicus,
Onobrychis andalanica,
Onobrychis arnacantha,
Onobrychis atropatana,
Onobrychis aucheri,
Onobrychis buhseana,
Onobrychis bungei,
Onobrychis chorassanica,
Onobrychis cornuta,
Onobrychis dealbata,
Onobrychis depauperata,
Onobrychis echidna,
Onobrychis elymaitica,
Onobrychis eubrychidea,
Onobrychis freitagii,
Onobrychis gaubae,
Onobrychis grandis,
Onobrychis gypsicola,
Onobrychis haussknechtii,
Onobrychis heliocarpa,
Onobrychis heterophylla,
Onobrychis iranshahrii,
Onobrychis kermanensis,
Onobrychis kotschyana,
Onobrychis laxiflora,
Onobrychis longipes,
Onobrychis lunata,
Onobrychis luristanica,
Onobrychis macrorhiza,
Onobrychis major,
Onobrychis mazanderanica,
Onobrychis megataphros,
Onobrychis melanotricha,
Onobrychis mermuelleri,
Onobrychis michauxii,
Onobrychis microptera,
Onobrychis nummularia,
Onobrychis oxyptera,
Species in the Fabaceae family