Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrosema
ID:
209424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 101 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208753



Common Names

  • Oxytropis macrosema
  • Macrosema Locoweed
  • Macrosema Oxytropis


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Synonyms

  • Spiesia macrosema (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis foliolosa Bunge [illegitimate]

Description

Oxytropis macrosema (also called Large-seeded Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and grows in dry, sandy soils. It has yellow flowers with short, broad petals and a short, broad seed pod.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis macrosema is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis macrosema is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis macrosema can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring and should be lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Oxytropis macrosema

Oxytropis macrosema is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Russia and can be found in the alpine meadows of the region.

Oxytropis macrosema FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis macrosema?

Oxytropis macrosema

What is the family of Oxytropis macrosema?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Oxytropis macrosema?

Bigseed Locoweed

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