Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
209433

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge ex Maxim.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg, sér. 3, 26: 470 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208762



Common Names

  • Oxytropis micrantha
  • Micrantha Locoweed
  • Micrantha Oxytropis


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Description

Oxytropis micrantha (also called Small-flowered locoweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Caucasus region, where it grows in rocky mountain habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis micrantha 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 micrantha is a white or yellowish-white, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis micrantha 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 micrantha

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

Oxytropis micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis micrantha?

Oxytropis micrantha

What are the common names of Oxytropis micrantha?

Small-flowered Locoweed, Small-flowered Oxytropis

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis micrantha?

Mountain meadows and open woods

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.