Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heratensis
ID:
189600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188929



Common Names

  • Herat Oxytropis
  • Herat Locoweed
  • Herat's Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis heratensis (also called Herat Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It has a short stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis heratensis 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 heratensis 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 heratensis 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 heratensis

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

Oxytropis heratensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis heratensis?

Oxytropis heratensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis heratensis?

Heratensis Locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis heratensis?

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

Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:511518-1: Based on the initial data import