Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indurata
ID:
1427862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.19: 13 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444027



Common Names

  • Oxytropis indurata
  • Indurata Oxytropis
  • Indurate Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis indurata (also called Indurate locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia and Siberia. It has a thin stem and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and entire. It is found in steppes and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis indurata is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine, and is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis indurata is a bright yellow-orange color and has a bell shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis indurata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Oxytropis indurata

Oxytropis indurata is native to China.

Oxytropis indurata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis indurata?

Oxytropis indurata

What is the common name of Oxytropis indurata?

Indurated locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis indurata?

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

Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.