Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kalami
ID:
389966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol.93(3): 98 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389298



Common Names

  • Kalam Oxytropis
  • Kalam Milkvetch
  • Kalam Locoweed


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Description

Oxytropis kalami (also called Kalam Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has a short, woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas, as well as in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis kalami is used as a food source for livestock, as a forage crop, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis kalami is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis kalami is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is not very tolerant of wet soils and can be prone to root rot. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can be divided in early spring.

Where to Find Oxytropis kalami

Oxytropis kalami is native to the mountains of Central Asia.

Oxytropis kalami FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis kalami?

Oxytropis kalami

What are the common names of Oxytropis kalami?

Kalami Locoweed, White Locoweed

What is the native range of Oxytropis kalami?

North America

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