Status:
valid
Authors:
Vassilcz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.17: 194 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205029
Common Names
- Oxytropis Indensis
- Indian Oxytropis
- Indian Locoweed
Description
Oxytropis indensis (also called Indian Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in dry and sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis indensis is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis indensis has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis indensis is a perennial that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Oxytropis indensis
Oxytropis indensis can be found in the temperate regions of Asia, including China, Mongolia, and Russia.
Oxytropis indensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis indensis?
Oxytropis indensis
What is the common name of Oxytropis indensis?
Indian Oxytropis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis indensis?
Dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands
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