Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fuscescens
ID:
189593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.21: 115 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188922



Common Names

  • Dark Oxytropis
  • Dark Locoweed
  • Fuscous Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis fuscescens (also called Brown Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a short stem and small, brown flowers. It grows in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis fuscescens is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis fuscescens has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis fuscescens is a perennial herb that is native to Iran. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oxytropis fuscescens

Oxytropis fuscescens can be found in parts of Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

Oxytropis fuscescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis fuscescens?

Oxytropis fuscescens

What is the common name of Oxytropis fuscescens?

Fuscescens Locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis fuscescens?

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