Oxytropis trichocalycina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Bunge
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Common Names
- Trichocalycina Locoweed
- Trichocalycine Locoweed
- Trichocalycine's Locoweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxytropis trichocalycina (also called Trichocalyx 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 trichocalycina is used as a fodder plant for livestock, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Oxytropis trichocalycina 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis trichocalycina is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the steppes of Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. When propagating by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Oxytropis trichocalycina
Oxytropis trichocalycina can be found in the Altai Mountains of Central Asia, including the countries of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia.
Oxytropis trichocalycina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis trichocalycina?
Oxytropis trichocalycina
What is the common name of Oxytropis trichocalycina?
Hairy-fruited locoweed
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis trichocalycina?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
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
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:511946-1: Based on the initial data import