Status:
valid
Authors:
C.W.Chang
Source:
ildis
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Boreal.-Occid. Sin.7: 197 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198935
Common Names
- Oxytropis auriculata
- Ear-shaped Oxytropis
- Ear-shaped Pea
Description
Oxytropis auriculata (also called Ear-leaved Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a woody stem and is typically found in dry grasslands and steppes. It is a low-growing plant with a height of up to 20 cm and has yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis auriculata has been used to treat fever and inflammation, as well as to reduce pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Oxytropis auriculata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis auriculata 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 auriculata
Oxytropis auriculata can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain and Portugal.
Oxytropis auriculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis auriculata?
Oxytropis auriculata
What is the common name of Oxytropis auriculata?
Ear-leaved locoweed
Where does Oxytropis auriculata grow?
Oxytropis auriculata is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.
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