Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kumbelica
ID:
384527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grubov & Vassilcz.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.24: 135 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383859



Common Names

  • Oxytropis kumbelica
  • Kumbelica Locoweed
  • Kumbelica Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis kumbelica (also called Kumbel Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a slender stem and small yellow flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis kumbelica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis kumbelica has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis kumbelica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils. It is a low maintenance plant and can be grown in containers. It is also suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Oxytropis kumbelica

Oxytropis kumbelica is native to the Himalayas and can be found in grassland and alpine meadows.

Oxytropis kumbelica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis kumbelica?

Oxytropis kumbelica

What is the common name of Oxytropis kumbelica?

Kumbel locoweed

What type of plant is Oxytropis kumbelica?

Perennial herb

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

Valery Ivanovich Grubov (1917-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grubov' in the authors string.
Iván Vasilchenko (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vassilcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934036-1: Based on the initial data import