Oxytropis shanxiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.Y.Zhu
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.23: 1279 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275877
Common Names
- Oxytropis shanxiensis
- Shanxi Oxytropis
- Shanxi Locoweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxytropis shanxiensis (also called Shanxi Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It typically grows to a height of 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft). It has dark green, glossy leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis shanxiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its edible fruits, which can be eaten raw or cooked. The leaves of the plant can be used as a tea or as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxytropis shanxiensis is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis shanxiensis is a shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to China and is found in dry to mesic forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Oxytropis shanxiensis
Oxytropis shanxiensis is native to China.
Oxytropis shanxiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis shanxiensis?
Oxytropis shanxiensis
What is the common name of Oxytropis shanxiensis?
Shanxiensis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis shanxiensis?
It is found in tropical rainforests of East Asia
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
Xiang Yun Zhu (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Y.Zhu' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Oxytropis shanxiensis X.Y.Zhu: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.