Status:
valid
Authors:
Greuter
Source:
ildis
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Candollea20: 213 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213889
Common Names
- Onobrychis sphaciotica
- Sphaciotica Onobrychis
- Sphaciotica Sainfoin
Description
Onobrychis sphaciotica (also called Sphaciot 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 sphaciotica is used as a fodder crop and is also used in the manufacture of alcoholic beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis sphaciotica has yellow flowers with a white centre, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis sphaciotica 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 sphaciotica
Onobrychis sphaciotica is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Onobrychis sphaciotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis sphaciotica?
Onobrychis sphaciotica
What is the common name of Onobrychis sphaciotica?
Sphaciotica sainfoin
What is the habitat of Onobrychis sphaciotica?
It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and open woodlands
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