Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Duman & Vural
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Doga Turk. J. Bot.14: 45 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384150
Common Names
- Onobrychis Marashensis
- Marash Sainfoin
- Marash Onobrychis
Description
Onobrychis marashensis (also called Lasiurus marashensis, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a slender stem, with alternate, pinnate leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis marashensis is a plant native to Africa and is used in traditional African medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used in traditional African cuisine to add flavor and color to dishes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Onobrychis marashensis var. longicaulis H.Duman & Vural
Onobrychis marashensis var. alpina H.Duman & Vural
Onobrychis marashensis var. marashensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis marashensis has yellow flowers, small, black seeds and small, green seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis marashensis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is more difficult and takes longer to establish.
Where to Find Onobrychis marashensis
Onobrychis marashensis can be found in Turkey and the Caucasus region.
Onobrychis marashensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis marashensis?
Onobrychis marashensis
What is the growth habit of Onobrychis marashensis?
It is an upright, clump-forming perennial
What is the hardiness zone of Onobrychis marashensis?
It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9
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
Mecit Vural: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vural' in the authors string.