Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ajanensis
ID:
209239

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Tiling) Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 95 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208568



Common Names

  • Oxytropis ajanensis
  • Ajanensis Locoweed
  • Ajanensis Oxytropis


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Synonyms

  • Spiesia ajanensis (Regel & Tiling) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis argentata ajanensis Regel & Tiling [unknown]

Description

Oxytropis ajanensis (also called Ajan Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia, and it grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is an herbaceous perennial with a woody rootstock and a height of up to 1 m. It has yellow flowers and compound leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis ajanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in landscaping. It has a long flowering period and produces attractive yellow and purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis ajanensis sub. semiglobosa (Jurtzev) N.S.Pavlova
Oxytropis ajanensis sub. ajanensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis ajanensis is a white to pale blue color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis ajanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Oxytropis ajanensis

Oxytropis ajanensis is found in the Ajan Mountains in Kazakhstan.

Oxytropis ajanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis ajanensis?

Oxytropis ajanensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis ajanensis?

Ajan Oxytropis

What is the habitat of Oxytropis ajanensis?

Steppes and semi-deserts

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

Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Heinrich Sylvester Theodor Tiling (1818-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiling' in the authors string.