Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
datongensis
ID:
1427860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.H.Wu

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kunlunica2: 736 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444025



Common Names

  • Oxytropis datongensis
  • Datongensis Oxytropis
  • Datong Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis datongensis (also called Datong 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 datongensis 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

The flower of Oxytropis datongensis is a bright yellow-orange color and has a bell shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis datongensis 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 datongensis

Oxytropis datongensis is native to China.

Oxytropis datongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis datongensis?

Oxytropis datongensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis datongensis?

Datong's locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis datongensis?

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.