Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persica
ID:
189632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 40 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188961



Common Names

  • Persian Locoweed
  • Persian Oxytropis
  • Persian Loco


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis takhti-soleimanii Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Oxytropis engizekensis H.Duman & Vural [valid]
  • Astragalus dioriticus Schott ex Boiss. [valid]
  • Oxytropis dioritica Boiss. [valid]
  • Spiesia dioritica (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Spiesia persica (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis persica 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 persica 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 persica

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

Oxytropis persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis persica?

Oxytropis persica

What is the common name of Oxytropis persica?

Persian Locoweed

What is the habitat of Oxytropis persica?

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