Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
209293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208622



Common Names

  • Oxytropis caespitosa
  • Caespitosa Locoweed
  • Caespitosa Oxytropis


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus caespitosus Pall. [valid]
  • Spiesia caespitosa (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis physodes glabra DC. [unknown]

Description

Oxytropis caespitosa (also called Tufted locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has hairy stems and leaves, and yellow, pink, or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis caespitosa is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis caespitosa is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis caespitosa is a hardy, perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in early spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Oxytropis caespitosa can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Oxytropis caespitosa

Oxytropis caespitosa can be found in the western United States and Canada, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana.

Oxytropis caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis caespitosa?

Oxytropis caespitosa

What is the family of Oxytropis caespitosa?

Fabaceae

Where is Oxytropis caespitosa found?

It is found in Central Asia, China, Mongolia, and Russia.

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.