Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
trichocarpum
ID:
176902

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taub.) Engl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Königl. Preuss. Akad. Wiss. Berlin10: 385 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176231

Common Names

  • Trichocarpum
  • Ormocarpum
  • Ormocarpum trichocarpum

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Synonyms

  • Ormocarpum setosum Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Saldania acanthocarpa Sim [valid]
  • Diphaca trichocarpa Taub. [valid]

Description

Ormocarpum trichocarpum (also called Hairy Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a low-growing, mat-forming habit and grows to a height of about 6 inches. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately compound, and bluish-green in color. It produces small, yellow flowers in late spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ormocarpum trichocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormocarpum trichocarpum has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormocarpum trichocarpum is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Ormocarpum trichocarpum

Ormocarpum trichocarpum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Ormocarpum trichocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormocarpum trichocarpum?

Ormocarpum trichocarpum

What are the common names of Ormocarpum trichocarpum?

Hairy-fruited Ormocarpum, Hairy-fruited Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Ormocarpum trichocarpum?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.