Status:
valid
Authors:
Ranjbar, Amirab. & Ghahrem.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia34: 187 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384294
Common Names
- Golden Onobrychis
- Golden Sainfoin
- Golden Pea-Pod
Synonyms
- Onobrychis tabrizensis Negaresh [illegitimate]
Description
Onobrychis aurea (also called Golden Sainfoin, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands, meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis aurea is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis aurea has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis aurea can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division of clumps should be done in early spring or late summer. The plants should be spaced about 15-20 cm apart.
Where to Find Onobrychis aurea
Onobrychis aurea can be found in Europe, western Asia, and North Africa.
Onobrychis aurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis aurea?
Onobrychis aurea
What is the common name of Onobrychis aurea?
Golden Spur Vetch
What is the growth habit of Onobrychis aurea?
It is an annual or biennial herb with a sprawling or climbing habit.
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
References
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.