Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
irbis
ID:
1427863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saposhn.

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Izv. Tomsk. Otd. Russk. Bot. Obsc.1(1-2): 30 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444028



Common Names

  • Oxytropis irbis
  • Irbis Oxytropis
  • Snow Leopard Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis irbis (also called Irbis 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 irbis 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 irbis 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 irbis 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 irbis

Oxytropis irbis is native to China.

Oxytropis irbis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis irbis?

Oxytropis irbis

What is the common name of Oxytropis irbis?

Irbis's locoweed

What is the family of Oxytropis irbis?

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

Vassili Sapojnikov (1861-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saposhn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Oxytropis irbis Saposhn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.