Species:
parasericeopetala
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.C.Li
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.18: 369 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199062
Common Names
- Pale-silky Oxytropis
- Parasericeopetala Oxytropis
- Oxytropis Parasericeopetala
Description
Oxytropis parasericeopetala (also called Parasericeopetala Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and East Asia. It grows in dry, grassy areas and can reach a height of up to 1 meter. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis parasericeopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis parasericeopetala has small, yellow flowers with a bell-like shape. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis parasericeopetala is a perennial herbaceous plant 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°C. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Oxytropis parasericeopetala
Oxytropis parasericeopetala is native to the steppes of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia.
Oxytropis parasericeopetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis parasericeopetala?
Oxytropis parasericeopetala
What are the common names of Oxytropis parasericeopetala?
Silky locoweed
Where does Oxytropis parasericeopetala grow?
It grows in the western United States
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
Pei Chun Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Li' in the authors string.