Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mitissima
ID:
213548

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 717 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212877



Common Names

  • Ononis mitissima
  • Softest Restharrow
  • Softest Ononis


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Synonyms

  • Ononis scariosa Moench [valid]
  • Anonis scariosa Moench [valid]
  • Bugranopsis mitissima Pomel [valid]
  • Ononis mitissima campanulata J.J.Rodriguez [valid]
  • Ononis spicata Gaterau [unknown]

Description

Ononis mitissima (also called Soft-Leaved Restharrow, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a woody base and long, hairy stems. It is native to Europe and western Asia and is found in grassy places, meadows, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Ononis mitissima has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ononis mitissima has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ononis mitissima is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Ononis mitissima

Ononis mitissima can be found in dry, rocky places in Europe and North Africa.

Ononis mitissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ononis mitissima?

Ononis mitissima

Where does Ononis mitissima grow?

Ononis mitissima is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe.

What is the growth habit of Ononis mitissima?

Ononis mitissima is a low-growing, spreading shrub.

Species in the Ononis genus

Ononis arvensis, Ononis spinosa, Ononis broteriana, Ononis vaginalis, Ononis nuristanica, Ononis afghanica, Ononis alba, Ononis alopecuroides, Ononis antennata, Ononis aragonensis, Ononis atlantica, Ononis avellana, Ononis biflora, Ononis cephalantha, Ononis cintrana, Ononis cossoniana, Ononis crinita, Ononis cristata, Ononis diffusa, Ononis euphrasiifolia, Ononis filicaulis, Ononis fruticosa, Ononis hirta, Ononis hispida, Ononis incisa, Ononis jahandiezii, Ononis laxiflora, Ononis maweana, Ononis megalostachys, Ononis minutissima, Ononis mitissima, Ononis natrix, Ononis angustissima, Ononis ornithopodioides, Ononis pedicellaris, Ononis pendula, Ononis peyerimhoffii, Ononis pinnata, Ononis polyphylla, Ononis polysperma, Ononis pseudoserotina, Ononis pubescens, Ononis pusilla, Ononis reclinata, Ononis rosea, Ononis serotina, Ononis serrata, Ononis sicula, Ononis sieberi, Ononis speciosa,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References