Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helvetica
ID:
191784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scheele

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Flora26: 442 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191113



Common Names

  • Helvetica Oxytropis
  • Helvetica Locoweed
  • Helvetica Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis gaudinii Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus parvopassuae (Parl.) Burnat [valid]
  • Oxytropis parvopassuae Parl. [valid]
  • Astragalus triflorus gaudinii (Bunge) Gams [unknown]
  • Spiesia gaudinii (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus parvopassuae gaudinii (Bunge) Burnat [valid]
  • Oxytropis lapponica neglecta Nyman [valid]
  • Oxytropis cyanea Gaudin [illegitimate]

Description

Oxytropis helvetica (also called Swiss Locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis helvetica is used as an ornamental plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis helvetica has yellow flowers that are pea-like. The seeds are small, black, and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis helvetica is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in well-drained soil and kept moist. The plants will flower in the second year.

Where to Find Oxytropis helvetica

Oxytropis helvetica is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Oxytropis helvetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis helvetica?

Oxytropis helvetica

What is the common name of Oxytropis helvetica?

Swiss Locoweed

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis helvetica?

Oxytropis helvetica is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands in the western United States

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