Status:
valid
Authors:
Bajtenov
Source:
ildis
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Vestn. Akad. Nauk Kazakhsk. S.S.R.3: 106 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209098
Common Names
- Hedysarum Kasteki
- Kasteki Hedysarum
- Kasteki Sweetvetch
Description
Hedysarum kasteki (also called 'Kastek sweetvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.3–0.5 m. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, and grows in meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Hedysarum kasteki 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 kasteki 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 kasteki is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Hedysarum kasteki
Hedysarum kasteki is native to Central Asia and can be found in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Hedysarum kasteki FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum kasteki?
Hedysarum kasteki
What is the common name of Hedysarum kasteki?
Kastek Sweetvetch
What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum kasteki?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
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