Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
immersa
ID:
189605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Bunge ex Lipsky

Source:
ildis

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Trudy Tiflissk. Bot. Sada7: 804 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188934



Common Names

  • Submerged Oxytropis
  • Immersa Oxytropis
  • Oxytropis Immersa


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus immersus Baker [unknown]
  • Astragalus immersus Baker [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis immersa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis immersa var. immersa
Oxytropis immersa var. jinaliensis Ali

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis immersa 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 immersa 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 immersa

Oxytropis immersa can be found in Central Asia, particularly in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.

Oxytropis immersa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis immersa?

Oxytropis immersa

What is the common name of Oxytropis immersa?

Immersa Locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis immersa?

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.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Vladimir Ippolitovich Lipsky (1863-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipsky' in the authors string.