Status:
valid
Authors:
Parsa
Source:
ildis
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iran9: 151 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189091
Common Names
- Onobrychis lahidjanicus
- Lahidjan Sainfoin
- Sainfoin
Description
Onobrychis lahidjanicus (also called Lahidjan 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 lahidjanicus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis lahidjanicus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis lahidjanicus 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 lahidjanicus
Onobrychis lahidjanicus 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 lahidjanicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis lahidjanicus?
Onobrychis lahidjanicus
What type of plant is Onobrychis lahidjanicus?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Onobrychis lahidjanicus 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