Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aciphylla
ID:
199593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic.3: 279 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198922



Common Names

  • Oxytropis aciphylla
  • Aciphyll Oxytropis
  • Aciphyll Pea


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Description

Oxytropis aciphylla (also called Aciphyll Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis aciphylla is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a variety of products, including paper, fabric, and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Oxytropis aciphylla is a bright yellow, pea-like flower with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis aciphylla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Oxytropis aciphylla

Oxytropis aciphylla can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including the Altai, Tien Shan, and Pamir-Alai mountain ranges.

Oxytropis aciphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis aciphylla?

Oxytropis aciphylla

What is the common name of Oxytropis aciphylla?

Needle-leaved Oxytropis

What is the native range of Oxytropis aciphylla?

Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia

Species in the Oxytropis genus

Oxytropis sordida, Oxytropis arctica, Oxytropis besseyi, Oxytropis kokrinensis, Oxytropis lagopus, Oxytropis lambertii, Oxytropis oreophila, Oxytropis parryi, Oxytropis podocarpa, Oxytropis sericea, Oxytropis splendens, Oxytropis viscida, Oxytropis mollis, Oxytropis borealis, Oxytropis maydelliana, Oxytropis nigrescens, Oxytropis bellii, Oxytropis amethystea, Oxytropis urumovii, Oxytropis sulphurea, Oxytropis strobilacea, Oxytropis varlakovii, Oxytropis myriophylla, Oxytropis glabra, Oxytropis jordalii, Oxytropis bicolor, Oxytropis ochrocephala, Oxytropis pseudoglandulosa, Oxytropis turczaninovii, Oxytropis neglecta, Oxytropis lanata, Oxytropis muricata, Oxytropis oxyphylla, Oxytropis sylvatica, Oxytropis admiranda, Oxytropis aellenii, Oxytropis afghanica, Oxytropis asterocarpa, Oxytropis astragaloides, Oxytropis aucheri, Oxytropis baburi, Oxytropis bicornis, Oxytropis binaludensis, Oxytropis boguschii, Oxytropis cabulica, Oxytropis chiliophylla, Oxytropis chionophylla, Oxytropis chitralensis, Oxytropis chrysocarpa, Oxytropis cinerea,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: ild-54671: Originally associated with wfo-0000208611
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-54671: Originally associated with wfo-0000208611
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.