Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subnutans
ID:
209530

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jurtzev) Jurtzev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fl. Suntar-Khayata: 71 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208859



Common Names

  • Oxytropis subnutans
  • Oxytropis Subnutans
  • Oxytropis Subnutans


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis adamsiana ubnutans Jurtzev [unknown]
  • Oxytropis adamsiana subnutans Jurtzev [unknown]

Description

Oxytropis subnutans (also called Subnodose Locoweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes. It has a taproot and its leaves are alternate, linear to lanceolate, and have entire margins. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis subnutans has been used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal purposes such as treating coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oxytropis subnutans are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis subnutans can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Oxytropis subnutans

Oxytropis subnutans can be found in the Altai Mountains of Central Asia, including the countries of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia.

Oxytropis subnutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis subnutans?

Oxytropis subnutans

What is the common name of Oxytropis subnutans?

Subnutans

What is the habitat of Oxytropis subnutans?

Grassy meadows and rocky slopes

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