Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coerulea
ID:
199632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Astragalogia: 68 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198961



Common Names

  • Oxytropis Coerulea
  • Coerulea Oxytropis
  • Coerulea Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus coeruleus Pall. [valid]
  • Spiesia coerulea (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis coerulea sub. monticola (Malyschev) Peschkova
Oxytropis coerulea sub. coerulea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis coerulea has white to pale blue flowers with a diameter of 5-7 mm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis coerulea 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 coerulea

Oxytropis coerulea can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain and Portugal.

Oxytropis coerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis coerulea?

Oxytropis coerulea

What is the common name of Oxytropis coerulea?

Blue locoweed

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis coerulea?

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.