Uraria lagopus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris)4: 100 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204800
Common Names
- Uraria lagopus
- Uraria
- Lagopus
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- Uraria arboreum (D.Don) G.Don [unknown]
- Uraria repanda Benth. [unknown]
Description
Uraria lagopus (also called Hare's-foot Uraria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It is found in moist soils in grassland and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Uraria lagopus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and skin problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Uraria lagopus var. lagopusUraria lagopus var. neglecta (Prain) H.Ohashi
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uraria lagopus has small yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uraria lagopus is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Uraria lagopus
Uraria lagopus is native to the Mediterranean region.
Uraria lagopus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uraria lagopus?
Uraria lagopus
What is the common name of Uraria lagopus?
Hare's-foot Uraria
What is the habitat of Uraria lagopus?
It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Uraria genus
Uraria gossweileri, Uraria picta, Uraria lagopodioides, Uraria lagopodoides, Uraria crinita, Uraria rufescens, Uraria lacei, Uraria sinensis, Uraria campanulata, Uraria acaulis, Uraria acuminata, Uraria balansae, Uraria campanulata, Uraria cochinchinensis, Uraria cordifolia, Uraria pierrei, Uraria poilanei, Uraria rotundata, Uraria gracilis, Uraria kurzii, Uraria lagopus, Uraria prunellifolia, Uraria candida, Uraria oblonga, Uraria pseudoacuminata, Uraria pulchra,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Uraria lagopus DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.