Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyphylla
ID:
209472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic.3: 277 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208801



Common Names

  • Oxytropis Polyphylla
  • Oxytropis Popoviana
  • Oxytropis Potaninii


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Synonyms

  • Spiesia polyphylla (Ledeb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis ampullata Less. ex Bunge [invalid]

Description

Oxytropis polyphylla (also called Many-Leaved Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry meadows, rocky slopes, and mountain steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis polyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis polyphylla 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 polyphylla is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It is typically found in dry, rocky soils and prefers full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall and should be done carefully to avoid damaging the roots.

Where to Find Oxytropis polyphylla

Oxytropis polyphylla can be found in the western United States, primarily in the Rocky Mountains and the Great Basin.

Oxytropis polyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis polyphylla?

Oxytropis polyphylla

What is the family of Oxytropis polyphylla?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Oxytropis polyphylla?

Manyleaf Locoweed

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