Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
oshnaviyehensis
ID:
745017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranjbar

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.27: 115 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744350

Common Names

  • Onobrychis Oshnaviyehensis
  • Oshnaviyeh Onobrychis
  • Oshnaviyeh Sainfoin

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Description

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis (also called Oshnavieh Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Iran. It has pinnately compound leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis are small, yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis is native to Iran.

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis?

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis

What are the common names of Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis?

Oshnavieh sainfoin, Oshnavieh vetch

What is the natural habitat of Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis?

Onobrychis oshnaviyehensis is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands in western 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