Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhaetica
ID:
389959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brügger

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Naturf. Ges. Graubündens, n.s., 23-24: 55 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389291



Common Names

  • Rhaetian Oxytropis
  • Rhaetian Milkvetch
  • Rhaetian Locoweed


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Description

Oxytropis rhaetica (also called Rhaetic Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has a short, woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas, as well as in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis rhaetica is used as a food source for livestock, as a forage crop, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis rhaetica is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis rhaetica is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is not very tolerant of wet soils and can be prone to root rot. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can be divided in early spring.

Where to Find Oxytropis rhaetica

Oxytropis rhaetica is native to the mountains of Central Asia.

Oxytropis rhaetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis rhaetica?

Oxytropis rhaetica

What are the common names of Oxytropis rhaetica?

Rhaetica Locoweed, White Locoweed

What is the native range of Oxytropis rhaetica?

North America

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