Status:
valid
Authors:
Ranjbar
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.155: 505 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509490
Common Names
- Hedysarum Al-shehbazii
- Al-shehbazii Hedysarum
- Hedysarum Al-shehbazii
Description
Hedysarum al-shehbazii (also called Al-Shehbaz's Hedysarum, among many other common names) is an erect shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to Australia and found in open forests, woodlands, and grasslands. Its leaves are linear to lanceolate in shape and its flowers are yellow in color.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum al-shehbazii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Hedysarum al-shehbazii is white or cream-colored, tubular in shape with 5 petals. The seed is an ovoid-shaped nut with a woody shell. Seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum al-shehbazii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Hedysarum al-shehbazii
Hedysarum al-shehbazii is native to the Middle East and can be found in the mountains of Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.
Hedysarum al-shehbazii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum al-shehbazii?
Hedysarum al-shehbazii
What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum al-shehbazii?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the flowering period of Hedysarum al-shehbazii?
Spring to summer
Species in the Hedysarum genus
Hedysarum boreale,
Hedysarum occidentale,
Hedysarum sulphurescens,
Hedysarum neglectum,
Hedysarum sachalinense,
Hedysarum denticulatum,
Hedysarum caucasicum,
Hedysarum polybotrys,
Hedysarum branthii,
Hedysarum astragaloides,
Hedysarum atropatanum,
Hedysarum bellevii,
Hedysarum brahuicum,
Hedysarum bucharicum,
Hedysarum callithrix,
Hedysarum criniferum,
Hedysarum damghanicum,
Hedysarum elymaiticum,
Hedysarum falconeri,
Hedysarum halophilum,
Hedysarum hyrcanum,
Hedysarum ibericum,
Hedysarum kopetdaghi,
Hedysarum kotschyi,
Hedysarum lehmannianum,
Hedysarum maitlandianum,
Hedysarum mahrense,
Hedysarum micropterum,
Hedysarum minjanense,
Hedysarum papillosum,
Hedysarum plumosum,
Hedysarum praticolum,
Hedysarum renzii,
Hedysarum sauzakense,
Hedysarum sericatum,
Hedysarum singarense,
Hedysarum volkii,
Hedysarum wakhanicum,
Hedysarum cappadocicum,
Hedysarum boveanum,
Hedysarum argyrophyllum,
Hedysarum algidum,
Hedysarum brachypterum,
Hedysarum campylocarpon,
Hedysarum citrinum,
Hedysarum dahuricum,
Hedysarum dentatoalatum,
Hedysarum ferganense,
Hedysarum poncinsii,
Hedysarum fistulosum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.