Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longialata
ID:
199703

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.C.Li

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.18: 371 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199032



Common Names

  • Oxytropis Longialata
  • Longialata Locoweed
  • Longialata Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis longialata (also called Long-Leaved Locoweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 25 cm in height. It has a thick, woody rootstock and its stems are covered with short, white hairs. It is native to North America and is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis longialata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, pea-like, with a banner petal and two wings. Seed: small, flat, and brown. Seedlings: have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis longialata is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Oxytropis longialata

Oxytropis longialata is native to dry grasslands and steppes in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Oxytropis longialata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis longialata?

Oxytropis longialata

What is the common name of Oxytropis longialata?

Long-winged Oxytropis

What is the family of Oxytropis longialata?

Fabaceae

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