Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gymnogyne
ID:
209352

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 25 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208681



Common Names

  • Oxytropis Gymnogyne
  • Gymnogyne Locoweed
  • Gymnogyne Oxytropis


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis alberti B.Fedtsch. [valid]
  • Spiesia gymnogyne (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis gymnogyne (also called Gymnogyne Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, typically found in dry grasslands and steppes. It has a woody stem and its leaves are compound and alternate. The flowers are white and yellow, and the fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis gymnogyne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis gymnogyne is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the steppes of Central Asia. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division in spring. The plants can be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Oxytropis gymnogyne

Oxytropis gymnogyne can be found in Central Asia.

Oxytropis gymnogyne FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis gymnogyne?

Oxytropis gymnogyne

What is the common name of Oxytropis gymnogyne?

Gymnogyne locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis gymnogyne?

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