Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
galegifolia
ID:
189769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 91 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189098

Common Names

  • Onobrychis galegifolia
  • Galeg-leaved Sainfoin
  • Sainfoin

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Synonyms

  • Onobrychis aurantiaca Boiss. [valid]
  • Onobrychis aurantiaca velutina Post [valid]
  • Onobrychis galegifolia luristanica Sirj. & Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Onobrychis nisibena Mouterde [valid]
  • Onobrychis trichocalycina Boiss. [valid]
  • Onobrychis galegifolia velutina (Post) Širj. [valid]

Description

Onobrychis galegifolia (also called Galeg Sainfoin, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.

Uses & Benefits

Onobrychis galegifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onobrychis galegifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onobrychis galegifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3 to 4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Onobrychis galegifolia

Onobrychis galegifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey. It can also be found in some parts of North Africa.

Onobrychis galegifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onobrychis galegifolia?

Onobrychis galegifolia

What type of plant is Onobrychis galegifolia?

It is a flowering plant.

Where is Onobrychis galegifolia found?

It is found in the Middle East and Central Asia.

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