Status:
valid
Authors:
Amirab. & Ghanavati
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.18: 56 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444014
Common Names
- Onobrychis marandensis
- Marandensis Onobrychis
- Marand Onobrychis
Description
Onobrychis marandensis (also called Marand Onobrychis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Middle East. It has small, yellow flowers and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis marandensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and to boost the immune system. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis marandensis has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis marandensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Onobrychis marandensis
Onobrychis marandensis is native to Iran.
Onobrychis marandensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis marandensis?
Onobrychis marandensis
What is the family of Onobrychis marandensis?
Fabaceae
Where is Onobrychis marandensis found?
Turkey
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
F. Ghanavati: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghanavati' in the authors string.