Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
novopokrovskii
ID:
214551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Izv. Glavn. Bot. Sada S.S.S.R.29: 624 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213880

Common Names

  • Onobrychis novopokrovskii
  • Novopokrovskii Onobrychis
  • Novopokrovski's Sainfoin

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Description

Onobrychis novopokrovskii (also called Novopokrovsky's Sainfoin, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 80 cm tall and has small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Onobrychis novopokrovskii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onobrychis novopokrovskii has yellow flowers with a white centre, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onobrychis novopokrovskii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer for best results.

Where to Find Onobrychis novopokrovskii

Onobrychis novopokrovskii is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Onobrychis novopokrovskii FAQ

What are the common uses of Onobrychis novopokrovskii?

Onobrychis novopokrovskii is commonly used as a medicinal plant and forage crop.

What is the growth habit of Onobrychis novopokrovskii?

Onobrychis novopokrovskii is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

What is the native range of Onobrychis novopokrovskii?

Onobrychis novopokrovskii is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

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