Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
junatovii
ID:
389986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sanchir

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Trudy Inst. Bot. Akad. Nauk MNR1985(7): 90 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389318



Common Names

  • Junatovii Oxytropis
  • Junatovii Milkvetch
  • Junatovii Locoweed


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Description

Oxytropis junatovii (also called 'Junatov's Locoweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils and in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis junatovii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis junatovii is a small, yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis junatovii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Oxytropis junatovii

Oxytropis junatovii is native to the mountains of Central Asia, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan.

Oxytropis junatovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis junatovii?

Oxytropis junatovii

What is the common name of Oxytropis junatovii?

Junatovii Locoweed

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis junatovii?

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