Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyprium
ID:
717429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient., Suppl.: 189 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716762

Common Names

  • Cyprium Hedysarum
  • Hedysarum Cyprium
  • Cyprium

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Description

Hedysarum cyprium (also called Cyprus Sainfoin, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Fabaceae family. It has small yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny places such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum cyprium has been used as an ornamental plant, as well as for fodder and forage. It is also used medicinally for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedysarum cyprium has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum cyprium is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed 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 Hedysarum cyprium

Hedysarum cyprium is native to the Mediterranean region.

Hedysarum cyprium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum cyprium?

Hedysarum cyprium

What is the common name of Hedysarum cyprium?

Cyprian Hedychium

What is the natural habitat of Hedysarum cyprium?

It is found in dry, rocky areas 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