Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wutaiensis
ID:
199785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tatew. & Hurus.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.26: 81 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199114



Common Names

  • Oxytropis wutaiensis
  • Wutai Oxytropis
  • Wutai Vetch


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Description

Oxytropis wutaiensis (also called Wutai Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis wutaiensis is a perennial herb native to China. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxytropis wutaiensis has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters at the ends of stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis wutaiensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Oxytropis wutaiensis

Oxytropis wutaiensis can be found in China.

Oxytropis wutaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis wutaiensis?

Oxytropis wutaiensis

What is the common name of Oxytropis wutaiensis?

Wutai Locoweed

What is the growth habit of Oxytropis wutaiensis?

It is a perennial herb with a prostrate or decumbent growth habit.

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

Misao Tatewaki (1899-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tatew.' in the authors string.
Isao Furusawa (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hurus.' in the authors string.