Status:
valid
Authors:
Aswal, Goel & Mehrotra
Source:
ildis
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest.13: 257 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205045
Common Names
- Oxytropis Shivae
- Shiva's Oxytropis
- Shiva's Locoweed
Description
Oxytropis shivae (also called Shivae Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in dry and sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis shivae is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxytropis shivae has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis shivae is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Oxytropis shivae
Oxytropis shivae can be found in the temperate regions of Asia, including China, Mongolia, and Russia.
Oxytropis shivae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis shivae?
Oxytropis shivae
What is the common name of Oxytropis shivae?
Shiva's Oxytropis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis shivae?
Dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands
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
A.K. Goel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goel' in the authors string.