Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altaica
ID:
199596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 333 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198925



Common Names

  • Oxytropis altaica
  • Altaic Oxytropis
  • Altaic Pea


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus altaicus Pall. [valid]
  • Oxytropis brevirostra DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus brevirostris (DC.) Poir. [valid]
  • Spiesia altaica (Pers.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis altaica (also called Altai 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 altaica has been used to treat fever and inflammation, as well as to reduce pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Oxytropis altaica 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 altaica 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 altaica

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

Oxytropis altaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis altaica?

Oxytropis altaica

What is the common name of Oxytropis altaica?

Altaic locoweed

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis altaica?

It is native to Central 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

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.