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
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.
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