Oxytropis tatarica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Baker
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Common Names
- Tatarica Locoweed
- Oxytropis tatarica
- Tatarica Locoweed
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- Oxytropis tatarica Boiss. [unknown]
Description
Oxytropis tatarica (also called Tatar Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis tatarica 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 tatarica is a pale yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis tatarica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock.
Where to Find Oxytropis tatarica
Oxytropis tatarica can be found in the steppes of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Oxytropis tatarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis tatarica?
Oxytropis tatarica
What is the common name of Oxytropis tatarica?
Tatar locoweed
What type of plant is Oxytropis tatarica?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-35508: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.