Steinbachiella leptoclada - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptoclada
ID:
1051477
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
tro
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem10: 345 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001050815
Common Names
- Steinbachiella leptoclada
- Leptoclada Steinbachiella
- Leptoclada
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Steinbachiella leptoclada (also called Slender Steinbachiella, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia and is found in meadows, steppes, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Steinbachiella leptoclada has been used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Steinbachiella leptoclada is yellow and has a long, tubular shape. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Steinbachiella leptoclada is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. It is important to keep the soil moist during the establishment period.
Where to Find Steinbachiella leptoclada
Steinbachiella leptoclada can be found in the dry forests of India.
Species in the Steinbachiella genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Steinbachiella leptoclada Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.