Status:
valid
Authors:
Vassilcz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.17: 182 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188971
Common Names
- Saperlebulensis Locoweed
- Oxytropis saperlebulensis
- Saperlebulensis Locoweed
Description
Oxytropis saperlebulensis (also called Saperlebulensis Locoweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Middle East, including Iran, Iraq, and Turkey, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis saperlebulensis 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 saperlebulensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis saperlebulensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock.
Where to Find Oxytropis saperlebulensis
Oxytropis saperlebulensis can be found in parts of Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
Oxytropis saperlebulensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis saperlebulensis?
Oxytropis saperlebulensis
What is the common name of Oxytropis saperlebulensis?
Saperlebul locoweed
What type of plant is Oxytropis saperlebulensis?
Herbaceous perennial
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