Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panjshinica
ID:
189630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & I.Deml

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188959



Common Names

  • Panjshin Locoweed
  • Panjshin Oxytropis
  • Panjshin Loco


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Description

Oxytropis panjshinica (also called 'Panjshin 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 panjshinica is used as a forage plant for livestock and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis panjshinica 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis panjshinica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Oxytropis panjshinica

Oxytropis panjshinica is found in the mountains of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan.

Oxytropis panjshinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis panjshinica?

Oxytropis panjshinica

What is the common name of Oxytropis panjshinica?

Panjshin Locoweed

What is the habitat of Oxytropis panjshinica?

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

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-35486: Based on the initial data import
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Irmingard Deml (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Deml' in the authors string.