Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
compressus
ID:
206431

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 744 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205760



Common Names

  • Ornithopus compressus
  • Compressus Ornithopus
  • Compressus's Ornithopus


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Synonyms

  • Ornithopodium egoceraton Bubani [valid]
  • Ornithopodium compressum (L.) All. [valid]
  • Ornithopus celtibericus Sennen & Elías [valid]
  • Coronilla compressa (L.) E.H.L.Krause [valid]
  • Ornithopus martini Giraudias [valid]
  • Ornithopus brevirostris Pau [unknown]
  • Ornithopus compositus Pau [invalid]
  • Ornithopus compressus brevicornis H.Lindb. [valid]
  • Ornithopus compressus longicornis H.Lindb. [valid]
  • Ornithopus compressus leiocarpus Pérez Lara [unknown]
  • Ornithopus compressus leiocarpus Willk. [unknown]

Description

Ornithopus compressus (also called Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithopus compressus is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithopus compressus has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithopus compressus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cutting should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Ornithopus compressus

Ornithopus compressus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Ornithopus compressus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithopus compressus?

Ornithopus compressus

What is the common name of Ornithopus compressus?

Compressed Bird's-foot

What is the habitat of Ornithopus compressus?

Ornithopus compressus is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Species in the Fabaceae family