Status:
valid
Authors:
Saposhn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R.4: 135 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198944
Common Names
- Oxytropis Biloba
- Biloba Oxytropis
- Biloba Milkvetch
Description
Oxytropis biloba (also called Bilobed 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 biloba has been used to treat fever and inflammation, as well as to reduce pain.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Oxytropis biloba for. albiflora Y.H.Wu
Oxytropis biloba for. biloba
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Oxytropis biloba 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 biloba is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. The plant can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Oxytropis biloba
Oxytropis biloba is found in the steppes and semi-deserts of Central Asia.
Oxytropis biloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis biloba?
Oxytropis biloba
What is the common name of Oxytropis biloba?
Bilobed locoweed
Where does Oxytropis biloba grow?
Oxytropis biloba 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