Status:
valid
Authors:
Gontsch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.8: 193 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188945
Common Names
- Linczevski's Oxytropis
- Linczevski's Locoweed
- Oxytropis linczevskii
Description
Oxytropis linczevskii (also called 'Linczevski's Oxytropis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an annual herb, growing up to 10 cm tall, with trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis linczevskii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxytropis linczevskii is a yellow-white color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped legume. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis linczevskii is a perennial herb that is native to Iran. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Oxytropis linczevskii
Oxytropis linczevskii can be found in parts of Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
Oxytropis linczevskii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis linczevskii?
Oxytropis linczevskii
What is the common name of Oxytropis linczevskii?
Linczevski's Locoweed
What is the habitat of Oxytropis linczevskii?
Dry, rocky slopes and meadows
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