Status:
valid
Authors:
Korotkova
Source:
ildis
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Inst. Bot. Zool. Akad. Nauk Uzbeksk. S.S.R.9: 9 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209072
Common Names
- Hedysarum Drobovii
- Drobovii Hedysarum
- Drobov's Sweetvetch
Description
Hedysarum drobovii (also called 'Drobov's Sweetvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the Middle East. It grows in dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum drobovii is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving plant. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedysarum drobovii is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum drobovii is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry meadows and steppes. It is easily propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and sandy. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space for growth.
Where to Find Hedysarum drobovii
Hedysarum drobovii is found in the Caucasus region of Russia.
Hedysarum drobovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum drobovii?
Hedysarum drobovii
What is the family of Hedysarum drobovii?
Fabaceae
Where is Hedysarum drobovii native to?
Central Asia
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