Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.H.Wu
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon6: 187 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226916
Common Names
- Oxytropis qinghaiensis
- Qinghai Oxytropis
- Qinghai Locoweed
Description
Oxytropis qinghaiensis (also called Qinghai Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with winged petioles, native to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis qinghaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and delicate flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis qinghaiensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, rounded leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis qinghaiensis is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is best propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The seed will germinate in about two weeks. Once the plants have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted to individual pots filled with a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Oxytropis qinghaiensis
Oxytropis qinghaiensis is native to China and is found in moist, shady forests. It can also be found in cultivation in many parts of the world.
Oxytropis qinghaiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis qinghaiensis?
Oxytropis qinghaiensis
What is the common name of Oxytropis qinghaiensis?
Qinghai locoweed
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis qinghaiensis?
Grassy areas in open woodlands
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
Yu Hu Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.H.Wu' in the authors string.