Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platonychia
ID:
189633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 44 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188962



Common Names

  • Platonychia Locoweed
  • Platonychia Oxytropis
  • Platonychia Loco


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Synonyms

  • Spiesia platonychia (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis oreophila Vassilcz. [illegitimate]

Description

Oxytropis platonychia (also called 'Platonych 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 platonychia 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 platonychia 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 platonychia 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 platonychia

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

Oxytropis platonychia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis platonychia?

Oxytropis platonychia

What is the common name of Oxytropis platonychia?

Platonychia Locoweed

What is the habitat of Oxytropis platonychia?

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