Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
209492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 22(1): 69 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208821



Common Names

  • Oxytropis Rosea
  • Oxytropis Roseiformis
  • Oxytropis Rostrata


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Synonyms

  • Spiesia rosea (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Oxytropis rosea (also called Rose 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 rosea is used as a fodder plant for livestock, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis rosea is a yellow-white to purple-violet pea-like flower with a short, broad corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis rosea 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 rosea

Oxytropis rosea can be found in the steppes of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Mongolia.

Oxytropis rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis rosea?

Oxytropis rosea

What is the family of Oxytropis rosea?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Oxytropis rosea?

Rose 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