Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 113 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205042
Common Names
- Taverniera Aegyptiaca
- Egyptian Locoweed
- Egyptian Oxytropis
Description
Taverniera aegyptiaca (also called Egyptian Taverniera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in dry and sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Taverniera aegyptiaca is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taverniera aegyptiaca has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taverniera aegyptiaca is a perennial shrub that is native to Egypt. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Taverniera aegyptiaca
Taverniera aegyptiaca can be found in the temperate regions of Africa, including Ethiopia and Eritrea.
Taverniera aegyptiaca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taverniera aegyptiaca?
Taverniera aegyptiaca
What is the common name of Taverniera aegyptiaca?
Egyptian Taverniera
What is the natural habitat of Taverniera aegyptiaca?
Dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands
Species in the Taverniera genus
Taverniera albida,
Taverniera brevialata,
Taverniera glauca,
Taverniera nummularia,
Taverniera spartea,
Taverniera echinata,
Taverniera abyssinica,
Taverniera aegyptiaca,
Taverniera cuneifolia,
Taverniera glabra,
Taverniera lappacea,
Taverniera longisetosa,
Taverniera multinoda,
Taverniera diffusa,
Taverniera oligantha,
Taverniera schimperi,
Taverniera sericophylla,
Taverniera cuneifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family