Onobrychis transcaspica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transcaspica
ID:
189770
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.A.Nikitin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS13: 555 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189099
Common Names
- Onobrychis transcaspica
- Transcaspian Sainfoin
- Sainfoin
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Onobrychis transcaspica (also called Transcaspian Sainfoin, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.
Uses & Benefits
Onobrychis transcaspica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Onobrychis transcaspica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Onobrychis transcaspica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3 to 4 years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Onobrychis transcaspica
Onobrychis transcaspica is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey. It can also be found in some parts of North Africa.
Onobrychis transcaspica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onobrychis transcaspica?
Onobrychis transcaspica
What type of plant is Onobrychis transcaspica?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Onobrychis transcaspica found?
It is found in the Middle East and Central 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
References
Vladimir Alekseevich Nikitin (1906-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Nikitin' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Onobrychis transcaspica V.A.Nikitin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.