Status:
valid
Authors:
Karimova ex Kovalevsk.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii6: 358 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209141
Common Names
- Hedysarum Ovczinnikovii
- Ovczinnikovii Pea
- Ovczinnikovii Hedysarum
Description
Hedysarum ovczinnikovii (also called 'Ovczinnikov's 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 ovczinnikovii is used as a fodder plant for livestock and as a soil amendment.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hedysarum ovczinnikovii are yellow with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedysarum ovczinnikovii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and will flower in the second year.
Where to Find Hedysarum ovczinnikovii
Hedysarum ovczinnikovii is native to Central Asia and can be found in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Hedysarum ovczinnikovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedysarum ovczinnikovii?
Hedysarum ovczinnikovii
What is the family of Hedysarum ovczinnikovii?
Fabaceae
What is the native range of Hedysarum ovczinnikovii?
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
References
V.V. Karimova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karimova' in the authors string.