Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barunensis
ID:
1427859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.H.Wu

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kunlunica2: 733 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444024



Common Names

  • Oxytropis barunensis
  • Barunensis Oxytropis
  • Barun Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis barunensis (also called Barun Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has an erect stem, with a height of 10-50 cm. It grows in grasslands, shrublands, and alpine meadows at an elevation of 2,000-3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis barunensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and to boost the immune system. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis barunensis has yellow flowers, with a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis barunensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Oxytropis barunensis

Oxytropis barunensis is native to China.

Oxytropis barunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis barunensis?

Oxytropis barunensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis barunensis?

Barun's locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis barunensis?

Fabaceae

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

Yu Hu Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.H.Wu' in the authors string.