Taverniera lappacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lappacea
ID:
205745
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Forssk.) DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 339 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205074
Common Names
- Taverniera Lappacea
- Lappacea Locoweed
- Lappacea Oxytropis
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- Taverniera stefaninii Chiov. [valid]
- Hedysarum lappaceum Forssk. [valid]
Description
Taverniera lappacea (also called Lappaceous Taverniera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Taverniera lappacea is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taverniera lappacea is a small, white to pale blue pea-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Taverniera lappacea is a perennial shrub that is native to the Himalayas. 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 lappacea
Taverniera lappacea is native to the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.
Taverniera lappacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taverniera lappacea?
Taverniera lappacea
What is the common name of Taverniera lappacea?
Lappacean Taverniera
What is the natural habitat of Taverniera lappacea?
Dry and rocky slopes, scrubland, and open woodlands
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
References
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Taverniera lappacea (Forssk.) DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.